How to Cite ChatGPT or another AI Tool in APA

APA cites the company and the model version; MLA and Chicago cite the prompt you typed. Check your course's AI policy first. This page follows APA 7th edition, 7th edition (2020).

APA format for ChatGPT or another AI tool

APA 7th edition

References entry

OpenAI. (2023). ChatGPT (Mar 14 version) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/chat

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(OpenAI, 2023)

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    Where to find the details

    • The version is the model name shown in the tool, such as GPT-4o or Claude.
    • Use a share link to the conversation as the URL when the tool offers one.

    Required in most styles: company, date of the conversation, tool name, url.

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    What do I need to cite ChatGPT or another AI tool in APA?

    At minimum: company, date of the conversation, tool name, url. The version is the model name shown in the tool, such as GPT-4o or Claude. Use a share link to the conversation as the URL when the tool offers one.

    What does ChatGPT or another AI tool look like in APA?

    References entry: OpenAI. (2023). ChatGPT (Mar 14 version) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/chat In-text citation: (OpenAI, 2023)

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