FAQ: How do I cite a YouTube video in APA Style?
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Last Updated: Jul 21, 2025
Views: 737917
General Format
Username. (Year, Month Day). Title of video [Video]. YouTube. https://xxxxx
For Example
shapirolibrary. (2022, July 6). Shapiro library orientation [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/yKX1G_4Zwyo?si=uc2724Sk972FGVYL
NOTE: The Username should follow the capitalization that appears on YouTube. The URLs should link to the source.
Corresponding In-Text Citation
(shapirolibrary, 2022)
shapirolibrary (2022)
More Information
- Academic Writer-APA YouTube Examples
- APA guide - Video & Film Reference Examples (Shapiro Library)
- YouTube Video References This link opens in a new window (American Psychological Association)
Disclaimer
This information is intended to be a guideline, please be sure to speak to your professor about the appropriate way to cite sources in your class assignments and projects.
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