How to Save a File as a Ringtone on Your iPhone

Learn how to easily save any audio file as a ringtone on your iPhone with iTunes or Apple Music.

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Save a file as a ringtone on your iPhone: First, use iTunes/Apple Music to convert the file to an AAC version. Rename the file extension from `.m4a` to `.m4r`. Connect your iPhone, open the 'Tones' section, and drag and drop the `.m4r` file there. On your iPhone, go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone to select your new ringtone.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I convert a song to a ringtone on my iPhone? You can convert a song to a ringtone on your iPhone by using iTunes or Apple Music to convert the file to an AAC format, renaming the file extension to `.m4r`, and then transferring it to the Tones section of your iTunes library before syncing it with your iPhone.
  2. What file format do I need for ringtones on my iPhone? Ringtones for iPhone must be in the `.m4r` file format. You can convert songs from other formats to `.m4r` using iTunes or Apple Music.
  3. Can I use any song as a ringtone on my iPhone? Yes, you can use any song from your library as a ringtone, provided you convert it to the appropriate AAC format and rename it to `.m4r` before transferring it to your iPhone.
  4. How do I select my new ringtone on my iPhone? To select your new ringtone, go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone on your iPhone, and choose the ringtone you wish to set.