In MLA style, you're supposed to include the publisher. When working with online sources, this information is not always known. However, when working with Wikipedia, it's appropriate to write "Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia" as the publisher. Follow with a comma.

While including a URL is helpful, MLA style doesn't require the URL, so Wikipedia's official citations don't either.

If you’re allowed to use Wikipedia as a source, there are citation format nuances to be aware of. The MLA format for citing Wikipedia includes the following elements: the title of the entry (same as on-page headline), container name, publisher, last updated date, and permalink.

Wikipedia, a widely used online encyclopedia, contains a wealth of information on various topics. However, citing Wikipedia in academic work requires careful adherence to citation guidelines, such as those outlined by the Modern Language Association (MLA).

Wikipedia in MLA has a simple citation format for in-text citations.