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How to Cite a Website in Chicago
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Chicago example for a website
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Reference list entry
NOAA. 2023. “Ocean Acidification and Coral Reefs.” April 12. https://www.noaa.gov/ocean-acidification.
In-text citation
(NOAA 2023)
No date? It renders like this
NOAA. n.d. “Ocean Acidification and Coral Reefs.” Accessed July 16, 2026. https://www.noaa.gov/ocean-acidification.
What you need to cite a website
- Author — a person, or the organisation behind the page
- Page title (the headline, not the browser tab)
- Site name
- Publication or last-updated date
- The clean URL (no tracking parameters)
Tip: No named author? Use the organisation. No date? The style renders “n.d.” automatically.
Frequently asked questions
How do I cite a website in Chicago?
NOAA. 2023. “Ocean Acidification and Coral Reefs.” April 12. https://www.noaa.gov/ocean-acidification.
What if the website has no author or date?
No named author? Use the organisation. No date? The style renders “n.d.” automatically.
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