FAQ: How do I cite a website in APA Style?

Web Page/Document

If you are citing a page or document from a website, the content type determines how you should cite the source (for example, journal article, blog post, or YouTube video, etc.). If you are citing something whose content type isn't clearly defined (see Ch. 7 in the APA Manual), you may consider using this format which includes key pieces of information (URLs should link directly to the source if possible):

General Format

Author, A. A. (date). Title of webpage/document. Website. https://xxxx

For Example

Barasch, A. (2018, April 2). Yes, Africa is splitting in two, and it’s extremely slow and extremely fast. Slate. https://slate.com/technology/2018/04/yes-africa-is-splitting-in-two-and-its-extremely-slow-and-extremely-fast.html

Corresponding In-Text Citation

(Barasch, 2018)

Barasch (2018)

More Examples

• APA guide - Websites Reference Examples (Shapiro Library)
• Webpage on a Website References This link opens in a new window (American Psychological Association)

Disclaimer

This information is intended to be a guideline, not expert advice. Please be sure to speak to your professor about the appropriate way to cite sources in your class assignments and projects.