How to Cite an Article Without a DOI in APA Format
Learn how to correctly cite articles without a DOI in APA style using titles, publication dates, sources, and URLs.
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If an article doesn't have a DOI in APA format, cite it using the article's title, publication date, and source. After the title, insert the name of the website, journal, or book and the URL if available. For example: Smith, J. (2020). Title of Article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), pages. URL.
FAQs & Answers
- What should I do if an article has no DOI in APA citation? If an article lacks a DOI, cite it by including the article's title, publication date, journal or source name, volume and issue numbers if available, and add the URL of the source.
- Can URLs replace DOIs in APA citations? Yes, if a DOI is not available, use the direct URL of the article to help readers locate the source in APA citations.
- How do I format an APA citation without a DOI? Format the citation by listing the author, year, article title, journal name, volume(issue), page range, and then the URL.