How to make a TikTok sound your ringtone


TikTok is home to millions of catchy sounds — from viral songs to funny audio clips. If you’ve ever heard one you want to turn into your ringtone, the good news is that you can. It just takes a few simple steps.

Below is a complete guide on how to turn any TikTok sound into a ringtone on both Android and iPhone.

Step 1: Save the TikTok Sound to Your Phone

Before creating a ringtone, you need the audio file.

Option A: Save the TikTok Video

  1. Open the TikTok video with the sound you want.
  2. Tap the Share button.
  3. Select Save video.

Option B: Use “Share as Audio” (if available)

Some TikTok audios allow:

  1. Tap Share.
  2. Select Share as audio.

If the option is not available, downloading the video works fine.

Step 2: Convert the Video into an Audio File

Ringtones must be audio files (MP3 for Android, M4R for iPhone).

On Android

  1. Install a free video-to-audio converter such as:
    • Video to MP3 Converter
    • InShot MP3 Converter
  2. Open the saved TikTok video inside the app.
  3. Export it as an MP3.
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On iPhone

  1. Install Documents by Readdle (free).
  2. Use its built-in browser to visit an online video-to-audio converter (e.g., CloudConvert or MP3Convert).
  3. Upload the TikTok video.
  4. Download the audio (M4A) file.

Step 3: Edit the Audio (Optional)

TikTok audios can be long — you can trim them for ringtone use.

Apps You Can Use:

  • Android: MP3 Cutter & Ringtone Maker
  • iPhone: GarageBand (free)

Trim it to the best part of the sound, usually 15–30 seconds.

Step 4: Set the Sound as Your Ringtone

On Android

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Go to Sound & vibration.
  3. Tap Ringtone.
  4. Choose Select from files or Add ringtone.
  5. Select your TikTok MP3 file.

Your new ringtone is now active.

On iPhone (Using GarageBand)

Apple only lets custom ringtones be set through GarageBand.

  1. Open GarageBand.
  2. Create a new project using Audio Recorder.
  3. Tap the Tracks view (the three horizontal lines).
  4. Tap LoopFiles.
  5. Import your TikTok audio.
  6. Drag it into the workspace and trim if needed.
  7. Tap the Share icon.
  8. Choose RingtoneExport.
  9. When done, go to:
    Settings → Sounds & Haptics → Ringtone
  10. Select your newly exported TikTok ringtone.
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Step 5: Use TikTok Sound for Alarms or Notifications

You can also use the audio for alerts.

On Android

  • Go to Settings → Notifications → Notification sounds.
  • Choose the same MP3 file.

On iPhone

  • Custom ringtones made via GarageBand can also be used for alarms in the Clock app.

Tips for Making the Best TikTok Ringtone

Choose audio with a clear beat or funny phrase

Trim the sound to the catchiest 15 seconds

Increase volume when editing

Avoid copyrighted music for commercial or public use

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