In-text citations
Harvard uses (Author, Year, p. Page) in parentheses for direct quotes, or (Author, Year) for paraphrasing.
Updated 2026
Free Harvard Citation Generator with Source Checks
Use this free Harvard citation generator to create Cite Them Right references with real metadata lookup and editable fields.
- Free to useNo account required
- Editable fieldsFix missing metadata before copying
- Source labelsSee where citation data came from
Citation style
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How this Harvard citation generator works
Start with the source detail you have, then use this Harvard citation generator to check the result before copying.
- PasteUse a DOI, ISBN, URL, source title, or manual entry.
- CheckReview source labels, missing field warnings, and citation style output.
- EditUpdate fields when public metadata is incomplete.
- CopyUse the full citation, in-text citation, or add it to your library.
Reference list format
References are listed alphabetically by author surname. Each entry includes author, year, title, publisher details, and edition when applicable.
Harvard review sheet
Harvard checks for local variants
Harvard is a style family rather than one universal manual, so you should compare the output with your university's local rules.
Before you copy
Confirm whether your institution follows Cite Them Right or another Harvard variant.
Add page numbers for direct quotations when required.
Review publisher place and edition for books.
Source examples to review
Match the source type, then check the fields that usually cause mistakes.
Book
Cite a course text
- Check
- Author, year, title, edition, publisher
Website
Cite a public page
- Check
- Author, year, title, URL, access date
Report
Enter fields manually
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- Organization, report title, publication year
Quick Harvard rules
- Harvard uses author-date in-text citations.
- Reference entries vary by institution, so check local rules if your university provides them.
- Books need author, title, year, publisher, and place when available.
- Web pages should include URL and access date when required by your institution.
Common Harvard mistakes
- Applying one university's Harvard variant to another institution's requirements
- Not specifying edition for books beyond the first
- Missing place of publication for older print sources
Harvard citation generator questions
Which Harvard style does this use?
It uses the Cite Them Right Harvard variant. Harvard is not one single global manual.
Can I cite websites in Harvard style?
Yes. Paste a URL and the server extracts public metadata, then you can edit the fields.
Can I use this for UK university assignments?
Often, yes, but many universities publish local Harvard rules. Compare the final punctuation before submission.
Does Harvard need page numbers in text?
Page numbers are often used for direct quotations. Add page details manually if your assignment needs them.