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How to Cite a Website in Harvard
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Harvard example for a website
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Reference list entry
NOAA (2023) Ocean acidification and coral reefs. Available at: https://www.noaa.gov/ocean-acidification (Accessed: July 16, 2026).
In-text citation
(NOAA, 2023)
No date? It renders like this
NOAA (no date) Ocean acidification and coral reefs. Available at: https://www.noaa.gov/ocean-acidification (Accessed: July 16, 2026).
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 Harvard?
NOAA (2023) Ocean acidification and coral reefs. Available at: https://www.noaa.gov/ocean-acidification (Accessed: July 16, 2026).
What if the website has no author or date?
No named author? Use the organisation. No date? The style renders “n.d.” automatically.
Is the Harvard generator free?
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