How to cite AI-generated content in general
Quick answer
Always attribute to the model's provider, document the version, and preserve the prompt so readers can evaluate the output's context.
Why this one is tricky
AI output raises questions about authorship, reproducibility, and intellectual accountability.
Example (APA 7)
OpenAI. (2024). Response to prompt "Summarize recent AI safety concerns" generated by ChatGPT (September 25 version) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/
Most common mistake
Using AI output without disclosure — many journals now require it.
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Last updated: 5 May 2026