Citation Formatter
Paste a reference in any format — get it reformatted to APA, MLA, Chicago, or 40+ styles. Instant style switching powered by WebAssembly.
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How It Works
Paste your citation
Copy any reference from a paper, website, or document and paste it into the formatter.
Choose target style
Select from APA, MLA, Chicago, Harvard, or 40+ academic citation styles.
Get formatted result
CiteMe identifies the source and outputs a verified, correctly formatted citation you can copy or save.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the citation formatter work?
Paste a citation in any format. CiteMe identifies the source in academic databases (OpenAlex, CrossRef, PubMed) and outputs a verified reference in your chosen style.
Which citation styles are supported?
Over 40 curated styles including APA 7th, MLA 9th, Chicago, Harvard, Vancouver, IEEE, ABNT, and more. Plus access to 10,000+ styles via the CSL repository.
Is the citation formatter free?
Yes. You can reformat citations for free without creating an account. Sign up to save results to your library and export in bulk.
What makes the style switching instant?
CiteMe uses a WebAssembly citation engine that runs in your browser. After the initial lookup, switching between styles takes under 5 milliseconds — no server round-trip needed.
Can I reformat multiple citations at once?
Yes. Paste multiple references separated by blank lines and CiteMe will identify and reformat each one individually.
Need the exact style flow?
After reformatting a citation, most users either return to the main APA or Harvard hubs or run a reference check before submission.
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