Sick of your boring ringtone? Ditch the default and level up your sound game! Learn how you can buy ringtones for your iPhone & Android in just a few taps. Plus, discover epic sounds you won’t find anywhere else!
Why Change Your Ringtone?
Your ringtone says a lot about you, it's basically your phone’s handshake. So why sound like everyone else?
Whether you want to rock out with your favorite song, set a LOL-worthy text tone, or finally break free from that generic Marimba loop, we've got you covered. In this guide, you'll learn exactly how to buy ringtones for both iPhone and Android so your phone rings your way. The easiest way to do it all? Download Zedge. One app. Endless free ringtones. Total vibe upgrade.
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Download Zedge for iPhone or Android and get access to thousands of free and premium ringtones, all in one place.
Where to Buy Ringtones
Finding the perfect ringtone doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are the best places to buy and download ringtones for iPhone and Android.
Zedge Ringtones: The All-in-One Personalization App
Zedge is one of the top-rated ringtone apps for both iOS devices and Android. It’s loaded with both free ringtones and premium tones you can download and set in seconds. Works great on iPhone and Android.
Why we love it:
✔️ Huge variety – From epic video game soundtracks to catchy pop tunes
✔️ Super simple to use – Tap tones, download, and set ringtone
✔️ Cross platform – Works seamlessly on iPhone & Android
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How to Buy Ringtones for iPhone
If you’re using an iPhone, Apple makes it easy to buy ringtones directly through the iTunes Store app.
Step-by-step:
- Open the iTunes Store app on your iPhone.
- Tap on "Tones" at the bottom (or go to More > Tones if you don’t see it).
- Tap the price to buy it.
- Choose Set as Default Ringtone, Default Text Tone, or assign to a contact.
Browse or search for a ringtone you love using the search bar.
- Tap "Purchase" and authenticate your payment with your Apple ID.
- Your new purchased tones are now ready to use!
Once purchased, go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone to change or reapply it.
📱 Pro Tip: To sync ringtones across devices, use an iTunes USB cable connection to drag files from your music library into the Tones section.
How to Buy Ringtones for Android
With Google Play Music no longer available and platforms like Spotify or YouTube Music focused on streaming—not personalization—Android users often hit a dead end when trying to set custom ringtones.
Enter Zedge. It’s more than just another app, it’s your shortcut to a phone that sounds like you.
The app features a massive, ever-growing library of free, high-quality, and premium tones packed with personality; from cinematic scores to unexpected gems you won’t find anywhere else.
And the best part? Setting your Android ringtone takes seconds.
Here’s how it works:
- Download the Zedge app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the app and tap the menu icon (☰) in the top-left corner.
- Select “Ringtones” and start browsing or use the search bar to find a sound you love.
- Tap to preview your chosen tone, then hit the download icon.
- Once it’s downloaded, tap “Set” and choose “Ringtone.”
No conversions. No third-party tools. No hassle. Just tap, set, and done. You can also change your default ringtone in Settings > Sound > Phone Ringtone.
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FAQs
How do I buy a ringtone for my iPhone?
You can buy ringtones through the iTunes Store app by navigating to the "Tones" section and purchasing your chosen sound.
How do I put ringtones on my iPhone?
Once you've purchased a ringtone, go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone to select your new tone.
Can you buy a song and use it as a ringtone?
Yes! You can buy a song on iTunes, but you’ll need to convert it into a ringtone using GarageBand or another app.
Does iTunes still sell ringtones?
Yes! You can still purchase ringtones directly from the iTunes Store on your iPhone.
How do I purchase ringtones for Android?
You can easily purchase ringtones by using apps like Zedge, which offer both free and premium ringtones.
How do I add ringtones to my Android phone?
After downloading a ringtone, go to Settings > Sound > Phone Ringtone to set it as your default tone.
Where can I download ringtones for Android?
Zedge offers a huge selection of free and premium ringtones for Android users.
How do I download a song as a ringtone on my Android?
Download the song you want, then use an app like Zedge to set it as your ringtone easily.