[5 Ways] How to Make a Song Your Ringtone on iPhone

Ringtones on smartphones have come a long way from the default chimes and beeps. With the ability to customize your ringtone, you can make your phone stand out and reflect your personality. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of making a song your ringtone, so you can have a unique and personalized ringtone.

5 Ways to Set A Song as A Ringtone on iPhone Easily

To solve how to make a song your ringtone, here, we show you 5 easy ways: with all-in-one tool - FoneTool, on iPhone Settings, in GarageBand, via iTunes Store, or in iTunes.

Way 1. [Easiest] Edit and Make a Song to Ringtone for iPhone

FoneTool is professional app to transfer ringtones (You can go to Bonus Tip to check the detailed steps) and make your specific ringtones. It can capture any ringtone clip you like through simple operations, thus helping you make a satisfactory ringtone. After that, you can freely choose to save these ringtones on your computer, or save them directly to your iPhone.

Here are the steps for how to make your personalize ringtone with FoneTool.

Step 1. Launch FoneTool > Navigate to the Toolbox > Tap Ringtone option.

Step 2. Choose your audio source for ringtone creation > You can choose Select from computer or Select from device. When you choose Select from device, FoneTool will automatically load all files that have been downloaded to the device locally from Apple Music, Apple TV, and Podcast apps.

Step 3. Then drag the blue cursor on the page to create your ringtones > You can tap Preview ringtone to listen the ringtone with the current settings.

Step 4. After completing the creation > Choose either Save to Computer or Save to Device (Connect your devices to the computer).

After that, you can access and use it to personalize your call and message notifications by navigating to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone.

Way 2. How to Make A Ringtone via Settings on iPhone

If you transfer the music you like from your computer to the iPhone, then you can make the song to the custom ringtone directly. The step is simple: Navigate to Settings > Locate Sounds & Haptics > Tap Ringtone to choose the music you need.

Way 3. How to Create a Ringtone in GarageBand

GarageBand is a powerful music creation tool available on iOS devices, allowing users to compose, edit, and customize audio files with ease. One of its lesser-known features is the ability to create custom ringtones from your favorite songs. Let's explore how to create a ringtone in GarageBand:

Step 1. Launch GarageBand and tap on Tracks at the top.

Step 2. Swipe until you find Audio Recorder and tap it.

Step 3. Tap the Tracks button at the top left.

Step 4. Click on the Loop Browser icon at the upper right.

Step 5. Navigate to your file and drag it to GarageBand.

Step 6. Edit the track to your desired length.

Step 7. Save the edited song as a ringtone by tapping the Navigation button.

Way 4. How to Set Music as Ringtone on iPhone via iTunes Store

The iTunes Store offers a vast selection of music tracks that you can purchase and download directly to your iPhone. If you find a song you like and want to set it as your ringtone, you can do so directly from the iTunes Store app.

Way 5. How to Put A Song as Ringtone in iTunes

For those who prefer managing their music library on a computer, both the Music app on macOS and iTunes on Windows offer options for creating custom ringtones. With just a few simple steps, you can transfer a song from your computer to your iPhone and set it as your ringtone. Here's how to put a song as a ringtone in Music or iTunes:

Step 1. Connect your iPhone to the computer and open iTunes.

Step 2. Click on the device icon and navigate to Summary > Check the box for Manually manage music and videos.

Step 3. Return to the main menu and go to Songs > Library in iTunes.

If your desired music isn't in the iTunes Library, add it by clicking File > Add File to Library.

Step 4. Right-click the song and select Song Info > In the new window, go to the Options.

Step 5. Adjust the Start and Stop options to set the ringtone duration (less than 30 seconds).

Step 6. Back in the iTunes library, select the original song and go to File > Convert > Create AAC Version.

Step 7. Right-click the clipped version > Choose Show in Windows Explorer.

Step 8. Copy the song to your desktop and change the extension from .m4a to .m4r.

Step 9. Navigate to the Tones tab in iTunes > Drag and drop the ringtone from your desktop to iTunes.

Now, the custom ringtone is ready to be synced to your iPhone and you can enjoy it. If you think this way is difficult, you can make a ringtone on iPhone Without iTunes.

Bonus Tip: How to Transfer Ringtone to iPhone from PC

Before we begin, it is important to prepare for the process. This includes checking the compatibility of your iPhone, sending a music to your iPhone, and trimming the song to the desired length. If you need to transfer music from computer to your iPhone to make a ringtone, you can use a professional iOS data transfer tool - FoneTool.

In contrast to iTunes, FoneTool offers a simpler and safer method to add ringtones to your iPhone.

You can transfer all your songs at once or select specific songs according to your preferences.

Importantly, it won't delete any existing songs or other data on your device, ensuring a seamless experience.

FoneTool ensures swift transfers, with a commitment to transferring 1000 songs in less than 10 minutes.

Now free download FoneTool on your computer, and follow the steps to transfer music from PC to iPhone.

Step 1. Open FoneTool > Link iPhone to computer.

Step 2. On the interface of FoneTool, go to Phone Transfer > Choose PC to iPhone > Click Start Transfer.

Step 3. Tap Ringtones icon > Drag and drop the music files you need to the box.

By the way, you can also use FoneTool to transfer photos from computer to iPhone.

Step 4. After that, click Start Transfer to make it.

Conclusion

In conclusion, setting a song as your iPhone's ringtone is a straightforward process that can be accomplished using various methods. Whether you choose to create a custom ringtone in GarageBand, use the Settings app on your iPhone, explore the iTunes Store, or manage your music library on a computer, there's a solution that fits your preferences.

By following the steps outlined in this article, you can personalize your iPhone's ringtone to reflect your unique style and taste in music. So go ahead, choose your favorite song, and let your iPhone ring in style!