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How to Cite a Website in APA (7th edition)

Learn how to cite webpages, online articles, and web content 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 a website in your reference list:

Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of page. Site Name. https://www.example.com/page

APA In-Text Citation

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

Parenthetical

(Smith, 2024)

Narrative

Smith (2024) found that...

Key APA Formatting Rules

  • Italicize the title of the webpage.
  • Include the site name in plain text (omit if same as author).
  • Use the full URL — no period after the URL.
  • Include a retrieval date only if the content is likely to change.
  • If no author, start with the title.
  • If no date, use (n.d.).

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your website.
  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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