Some of us have gotten in the habit of using recognizable songs as our ringtones for our phones so that when it rings, we immediately know which one it is. In addition, some people try to find out how to record their own ringtone so that they can have something truly special.
However, things are very different for iPhone users. All they can do is experiment with one ringtone on their iPhone. There are plenty of other ringtones to choose from, but everyone knows that the distinctive iPhone chime is the best way to identify an iPhone as one’s own. When everyone around them is using an iPhone, it’s easy to become disoriented and forget which one they own. In that situation, you should be on the lookout for methods of recording and replacing their ringtone.
In case you, like many others, are sick of your iPhone’s default ringtone but have no idea how to change it, fret not; you can do so right now. The ringtones are easily modifiable to fit your preferences. If you want to get a firm grasp on this topic, you should read on until the end where we go into detail.
- Part 1: Record Ringtone with Voice Memos
- Part 2: Making a Computer-Recorded Ringtone
- Part 3: Customize Your Ringtone without Computer
Part1: Record Ringtone with Voice Memos

Here we will go over the process of using voice memos to create ringtones. The first thing a user may do to personalize their iPhone ringtone is this.
In order to accomplish this, please:
- Open the “Voice Memos app” by tapping its icon.
- Click the “Record” button to begin recording.
- When you’re done recording, hit “stop” and then “play” to listen to a preview.
- Select the “Done” option to store the document.
Note: Make sure the ringtone is only 40 seconds long while recording it. The ringtone must be shortened if it is longer than 40 seconds.
Part 2: Record Your Own Ringtone with Computer
In order to use a voice memo as a ringtone, you must first create one. Dr.Fone – A phone Manager is what you need for this purpose. You can use this program to modify your audio file into the desired ringtone format. The “Ringtone Maker” function of this program allows for ringtone personalization. Keep the recording handy and put it to good use. The procedure is outlined below.
- After the installation is complete, run the software. To access the Phone Manager, select it from the main menu. After that, link up your iPhone.
- A bell icon can be found in the “Music” submenu of the main menu. Here you may find Dr.Ringtone Fone’s Maker. To continue, please click it.
- The music can be imported at this time. You can import tunes from your personal computer or portable media player. Determine which option works best for you.
- When importing music or a recorded voice memo, you can adjust the settings to your liking.
- After making any necessary adjustments to the ringtone, select “Save to Device,” and the software will double-check your work.
- In a few seconds, you’ll be able to see that the ringtone was successfully downloaded.
- Now that you’ve finished, you can turn off your iPhone and go to its “Settings” menu. To hear and feel the action, choose “Sound & Haptics.” Select the ringtone you just downloaded. It’s officially going to be my new iPhone ringtone.
Part 3: Customize Your Ringtone without Computer

The time has come to set the ringtone after you have finished recording it using the voice memo app. The Garage Band software is, of course, necessary for this. Here are the instructions for how to use it:
- Make sure you have recorded the ringtone and stored it on your device first.
- You should download the Garage Band app.
- Now, open Garage Band on your iPhone and select your instrument of choice.
- The project button is located in the upper left corner of the screen.
- Select files by clicking the loop button.
- Here you can access the Files app to find the recording you just saved.
- In order to use the recording as a backing track, simply drop it into the right-hand metronome window.
- If the recording lasts longer than 40 seconds, turn it off and shorten it.
- Select “My song” by clicking the down arrow.
- Select the Garage Band soundtrack you want to share by holding down on it, and then tapping the “Share” button.
- To export your ringtone, choose it and then click “Ringtone.”
- Choose “Standard Ringtone” from the “Use sound as” menu.
The audio recording you made has been assigned as the iPhone’s ringtone.
Pros:
- Features a drag-and-drop interface.
- Plugins from outside sources can be easily added.
- Researches methods to create intelligent machines.
- There is a pitch correction and time-quantization function.
Cons:
- Utterly frustrating to work with.
- There is no choice but to see the mixing desk.
- MIDI exports have some restrictions.
Conclusion
Changing your iPhone’s ringtone is simple. A person’s favorite recording can be set as a ringtone using voice memos. However, keep in mind that there are specific measures that must be taken in order to achieve this goal. Setting the recorded audio as a ringtone is not for you if you are unfamiliar with these procedures.