Wikipedia:Citing sources
Citing Sources on Wikipedia
Citing sources is crucial for maintaining the credibility and reliability of Wikipedia articles.
Editors are encouraged to use reliable sources to support their contributions.
Why Cite Sources?
- Verifiability: Allows readers to verify the accuracy of information.
- Credibility: Enhances the credibility of Wikipedia articles.
- Transparency: Provides transparency regarding the sources used.
How to Cite Sources
Editors can use various citation templates to cite sources, including books, journals, and online resources.
Example Citation
{{cite web |url=https://www.example.com |title=Example Title |author=John Doe |date=2022-01-01 |access-date=2022-01-15}}
Citation Guide
- Use {{cite web}} for web pages
- Use {{cite journal}} for journal articles
- Use {{cite book}} for books
Citation Tools
Wikipedia provides various tools to help editors cite sources, including: