Free Ringtone Maker

Turn any song into a custom iPhone ringtone (.m4r) — pick the perfect 30 seconds and download. Free, with nothing uploaded.

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Runs 100% in your browser · Your files never leave your device

How to make a ringtone

  1. 1

    Open the tool

    Click the button above to open the Ringtone maker.

  2. 2

    Pick start & length

    Set where the ringtone begins and how long it runs (up to 40 sec).

  3. 3

    Download the .m4r

    Make the ringtone, preview it, and download the .m4r file.

How to add the ringtone to your iPhone

  1. 1

    Connect your iPhone

    Plug it into your computer with a cable.

  2. 2

    Open Finder or iTunes

    Use Finder on macOS Catalina+ or iTunes on Windows, and select your iPhone.

  3. 3

    Drag the .m4r over

    Drop the downloaded .m4r onto your device. It syncs to your tones.

  4. 4

    Set it

    On the iPhone: Settings → Sounds & Haptics → Ringtone, and pick your new tone.

No computer? The free GarageBand app can set a downloaded .m4r as your ringtone directly on the iPhone. On Android, you don't need .m4r — make an MP3 with our trimmer, copy it to the Ringtones folder, and pick it in Sound settings.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I make a ringtone from a song?
Drop in your MP3, choose a start point and length, and download a .m4r — all in your browser.
How long can an iPhone ringtone be?
Up to 40 seconds. The default is 30, which suits most calls.
How do I add it to my iPhone?
Drag the .m4r onto your iPhone in Finder/iTunes, then choose it under Settings → Sounds & Haptics → Ringtone.
Is it free?
Yes — free, no signup, no watermark, and nothing is uploaded.
Does it work for Android?
Android uses MP3 — make one with the trimmer and set it in Sound settings.

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