How to Set a Purchased Song as Ringtone on iPhone: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to set any purchased song as your iPhone's ringtone with this simple step-by-step guide using GarageBand.

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To set a song you purchased as your ringtone on an iPhone, follow these steps: 1) Open the GarageBand app and create a new project. 2) Import the purchased song into the project. 3) Trim the song to the desired length (under 30 seconds). 4) Go to My Songs, tap and hold the project, then select Share > Ringtone. 5) Name your ringtone and tap Export. Lastly, set it as your ringtone via Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I use any song as a ringtone on my iPhone? Yes, but the song must be purchased and imported into GarageBand for it to be set as a ringtone.
  2. Does the ringtone need to be a certain length? Yes, the ringtone must be trimmed to under 30 seconds to be compatible with iPhone settings.
  3. Can I set free songs as my ringtone? Only songs you've legally purchased can be used; free songs typically cannot be used without proper licenses.
  4. What if I don't have GarageBand installed? You can download GarageBand for free from the App Store on your iPhone.