How to Make a Custom Ringtone from iTunes for iPhone
Learn how to create a custom ringtone from iTunes by converting songs and syncing them to your iPhone in easy steps.
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To make a ringtone from iTunes, start by opening the iTunes software on your computer. Find the song you want to use and right-click to choose 'Get Info', then 'Options'. Set the start and stop times to a 30-second window you wish the ringtone to cover. Right-click the song again, select 'Convert' > 'Create AAC Version'. Drag this version to your desktop, change its extension from .m4a to .m4r, then drag it back to iTunes. This file can now be synced with your iPhone as a ringtone.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I make a ringtone from any song in iTunes? Generally, you can create a ringtone from songs you own in iTunes. However, DRM-protected songs or songs purchased from Apple Music may have restrictions.
- What is the maximum length for an iPhone ringtone? iPhone ringtones are limited to a maximum length of 30 seconds for proper syncing and use.
- How do I change a file extension from .m4a to .m4r on Windows or Mac? On Windows, enable file extensions in Folder Options, then rename the file. On Mac, select the file and press Enter to rename it; confirm the change to the .m4r extension.