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When referencing a website, do I need to include a retrieval/accessed date? (APA)

For most websites, it is not necessary to include a retrieval date (the date you accessed the page).

If a website is designed to change regularly (e.g. a data dashboard, population information etc.), you can include a retrieval date. Visit the 'Websites' section of the A-Z Referencing for an example. 



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