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Harvard Citation Generator

Generate a Harvard-style reference for a website, book, or journal article and copy the result into your bibliography.

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Source typeFirst nameLast nameSource titleWebsite or journal titlePublisherPublication yearPublication monthPublication dayVolumeIssuePagesURLAccess date

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About this tool

Create a consistent Harvard reference

Harvard is an author-date referencing family rather than one universal specification. The generator uses the Harvard style bundled with Citation.js and formats the source metadata you provide into a consistent reference.

Universities often publish their own Harvard variants, especially for punctuation, access dates, editions, and online sources. Treat the output as a strong draft and compare it with the guide required by your institution.

Use this as a Harvard reference generator for a book, journal article, or website when you need a quick bibliography draft. Enter the publication details you can verify, then adjust punctuation and access-date rules to match your university guide.

Three-step workflow

Use Harvard Citation Generator in seconds

Select the source type.
Enter the source metadata.
Generate and verify the Harvard reference.

Harvard reference coverage

Draft a Harvard reference, then match your institution’s variant

Harvard is a family of author-date styles rather than one global rulebook. This generator creates a consistent draft for common source types; compare the result with the exact guide your university or publisher requires.

Websites

Author or organization, year, page title, site name, URL, and access date.

Books

Author, year, title, edition, place, and publisher.

Journal articles

Author, year, article title, journal, volume, issue, pages, and DOI.

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Check the draft, not just its length or references

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about Harvard Citation Generator

Is there one official Harvard style?

No. Harvard referencing has multiple institutional variants, so local punctuation and field rules can differ.

How do I reference a website in Harvard style?

Use the author or organization, year, page title, website name, URL, and access date, then match punctuation and ordering to your institution guide.

What style engine is used?

The tool uses Citation.js and its bundled Harvard CSL template.

Can I use the result without checking it?

You should verify it against the Harvard guide specified by your institution.