How to Cite an X (Twitter) Post in APA (7th edition)

Learn how to cite tweets and posts on X (formerly Twitter) in APA format (7th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

APA Reference List Format

Here is the standard APA format for citing an X post in your reference list:

APA In-Text Citation

Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:

Key APA Formatting Rules

• Give the author's real name (if known) followed by their handle in brackets, e.g. "[@username]"; use the handle alone if no real name is available.
• Reproduce the post's full text (up to the first 20 words) as the title and keep emojis, hashtags, and links as written.
• Add the bracketed descriptor [Post] after the text and name the source "X".
• Give the date as (Year, Month Day) and end with the direct URL of the post.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your X post.
2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the APA (7th edition) template shown above.
3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match APA requirements.

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