How to cite ChatGPT
Quick answer
Treat the model as the author, date as the specific conversation date, and always note that the output isn't recoverable.
Why this one is tricky
AI-generated content has no traditional author and its output can't be retrieved by a reader later.
Example (APA 7)
OpenAI. (2024). ChatGPT (September 25 version) [Large language model]. https://chat.openai.com/
Most common mistake
Omitting the model version — APA 7 and MLA both require it.
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Last updated: 5 May 2026