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Free Bibliography Generator Tool

Our free bibliography generator helps you create perfectly formatted bibliographies for academic papers, essays, and research projects. No signup required, unlimited use. Simply add your sources, select your citation format, and generate a complete bibliography in seconds.

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Bibliography Formats Supported

Our bibliography generator supports all major citation styles used in academic and professional writing. Each format follows the latest style guidelines to ensure accuracy and compliance.

APA Bibliography Generator

Generate bibliographies in APA (American Psychological Association) format, the standard for psychology, education, and social sciences. Our APA bibliography generator formats author names, publication dates, titles, and publishers according to the latest APA 7th edition guidelines.

MLA Bibliography Generator

Create MLA (Modern Language Association) bibliographies for literature, language, and humanities papers. Our MLA bibliography generator follows MLA 9th edition standards, properly formatting author names, titles, and publication information.

Chicago Bibliography Generator

Generate Chicago Manual of Style bibliographies for history, arts, and publishing. Our Chicago bibliography generator formats citations according to Chicago 17th edition guidelines, supporting both notes-bibliography and author-date systems.

Harvard Bibliography Generator

Create Harvard-style bibliographies commonly used in UK and Australian universities. Our Harvard bibliography generator formats author-date citations with proper punctuation and ordering.

IEEE Bibliography Generator

Generate IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) bibliographies for engineering and technology papers. Our IEEE bibliography generator formats citations with numbered references and proper technical formatting.

How to Generate a Bibliography

Creating a bibliography with our free tool is simple and takes just a few steps:

Select your citation format (APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, or IEEE)
Add sources by entering details: title, author, year, publisher, URL, or DOI
Add multiple sources using the "Add Source" button for complete bibliographies
Click "Generate Bibliography" to create your formatted reference list
Copy your bibliography and paste it into your document

The tool automatically sorts your sources alphabetically and formats them according to your selected citation style. All bibliographies are generated instantly with no login or registration required.

APA, MLA, Chicago & Harvard Bibliography Examples

See how bibliographies are formatted in different citation styles. These examples show the proper formatting for books, journal articles, and websites.

APA Bibliography Example

Smith, J. A., & Johnson, M. B. (2023). *Artificial Intelligence Research: A Comprehensive Guide*. Academic Press.

Brown, K. L. (2022). *Machine Learning Applications in Healthcare*. *Journal of Medical Technology*, 45(3), 123-145. https://doi.org/10.1234/jmt.2022.45.3.123

Wilson, R. C. (2024). *The Future of AI*. https://www.example.com/ai-future

Note: Titles are italicized in APA format (shown with asterisks here).

MLA Bibliography Example

Smith, John A., et al. "Artificial Intelligence Research: A Comprehensive Guide." Academic Press, 2023.

Brown, Karen L. "Machine Learning Applications in Healthcare." *Journal of Medical Technology*, vol. 45, no. 3, 2022, pp. 123-145.

Wilson, Robert C. "The Future of AI." Example.com, 15 Jan. 2024, www.example.com/ai-future.

Note: Journal titles are italicized in MLA format.

Chicago Bibliography Example

Smith, John A., et al. "Artificial Intelligence Research: A Comprehensive Guide." Academic Press, 2023.

Brown, Karen L. "Machine Learning Applications in Healthcare." *Journal of Medical Technology* 45, no. 3 (2022): 123-145.

Wilson, Robert C. "The Future of AI." Example.com. January 15, 2024. https://www.example.com/ai-future.

Note: Journal titles are italicized in Chicago format.

Harvard Bibliography Example

Smith, J.A. & Johnson, M.B. 2023, *Artificial Intelligence Research: A Comprehensive Guide*, Academic Press.

Brown, K.L. 2022, 'Machine Learning Applications in Healthcare', *Journal of Medical Technology*, vol. 45, no. 3, pp. 123-145.

Wilson, R.C. 2024, *The Future of AI*, Available at: https://www.example.com/ai-future.

Note: Book and journal titles are italicized in Harvard format.

Benefits of Using a Bibliography Generator

Save Time: Instantly create and organize bibliographies without manual formatting. What takes hours manually can be done in minutes.
Ensure Consistency: Follow the latest citation guidelines for each format and source type. No more guessing punctuation or formatting rules.
Reduce Errors: Avoid common mistakes in citation order, punctuation, and formatting. Our generator follows style guide rules precisely.
Support Multiple Formats: Generate bibliographies for APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, IEEE, and more from a single tool.
Improve Academic Performance: Submit well-organized reference lists that meet academic standards and impress instructors.

Bibliography Generator vs Manual Formatting

Creating bibliographies manually is time-consuming and error-prone. Here's why using a bibliography generator is the better choice:

Speed

Manual formatting can take hours for a single bibliography. Our generator creates perfectly formatted bibliographies in seconds.

Accuracy

Style guides have hundreds of rules. Our generator applies them correctly every time, reducing citation errors.

Consistency

Manual formatting leads to inconsistencies. Our generator ensures every citation follows the same format throughout your bibliography.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this bibliography generator free?

Yes! Our bibliography generator is completely free to use. No registration, login, or payment required. Generate unlimited bibliographies with no restrictions.

Does this bibliography generator support APA format?

Absolutely. Our bibliography generator supports APA 7th edition format, along with MLA, Chicago, Harvard, and IEEE styles. Simply select APA from the format dropdown to generate APA-formatted bibliographies.

How do I format a bibliography in MLA style?

Select MLA from the citation format dropdown, add your sources with title, author, year, and other details, then click "Generate Bibliography." The tool automatically formats your bibliography according to MLA 9th edition guidelines.

Can I generate bibliographies from websites and online sources?

Yes! Our bibliography generator supports websites, online articles, videos, and other digital sources. Simply select "Website" as the source type and enter the URL or DOI. The tool formats online sources correctly for your chosen citation style.

What is the difference between a citation and a bibliography?

A citation is a reference to a source within your text (in-text citation), while a bibliography is a complete list of all sources cited in your work, typically placed at the end of your document. Our citation generator creates individual citations, while this bibliography generator creates complete reference lists.

Free Bibliography Generator (APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard)

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