How to Cite a Website in APA: Complete Guide with Examples
Learn how to cite websites in APA 7th edition format. Step-by-step guide with examples for different types of web sources.
Citation Format
Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of page. Site Name. URLExample
Johnson, M. (2024, January 15). Climate Change Research Findings. Science Daily. https://www.sciencedaily.com/exampleImportant Notes
- If no author, start with the page title
- If no date, use (n.d.) for "no date"
- Do not include "Retrieved from" in APA 7th edition
- Only include access date if content is likely to change
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