General Rule:
* Period after the closing parenthesis: If you're using parentheses to enclose the website citation, place the period *after* the closing parenthesis.
Example:
> This information was found on the website of the National Park Service (www.nps.gov).
Exceptions:
* Direct quotes: If the website citation is part of a direct quote, follow the usual rules for quoting. This means the period goes *inside* the quotation marks.
Example:
> The website states, "The park is open year-round" (www.nps.gov).
* Other punctuation: If the sentence already ends with a question mark or exclamation point, you don't need a period after the website citation.
Example:
> Did you see the amazing photos on their website (www.nps.gov)?
Key Point: Consistency is key. Choose a style and stick with it throughout your writing.