Make Any Spotify Songs Your Phone Ringtone for Free [Tutorial]

Step 1: Convert and Trim Spotify Songs to MP3 for Android Ringtones

I bet you've already picked the perfect song for your ringtone, maybe something catchy like Dynamite by BTS. But how do you actually turn it into a ringtone? Whether it is an Android smartphone or an iPhone, the main challenge is the same: DRM, or digital rights management. If you want more control over your ringtone and avoid DRM restrictions, using a music to ringtone converter is a good option.

For example, ViWizard Spotify Music Converter helps both Premium and free users download and convert Spotify songs into DRM free files like MP3 or M4A. You can then turn these files into custom ringtones or save the full songs for other uses. There is no limit on track selection, so you can convert any song from your music library.

Phones have specific ringtone requirements. Android usually accepts MP3 files of almost any length, while iPhones require ringtones to be about 30 seconds long and saved as .m4r files. These can be created using Apple tools such as iTunes or GarageBand. Converting the Spotify song to MP3 is the first step.

Option 1: Convert a Full Spotify Song to an MP3 Ringtone

ViWizard Spotify Music Converter is an easy to use converter that works on both Windows and Mac computers. It connects directly with the Spotify Web Player, allowing both Premium and free users to load their libraries and select tracks to convert. Choose the songs you want, select an output format like MP3, and the program will convert and save the tracks locally. The files can be used directly as Android ringtones, while iPhone users will need the extra steps to trim the audio and convert the MP3 file to M4R.

Key Features of ViWizard Spotify Music Converter

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• Download Spotify songs, playlists, podcasts, and audiobooks extremely fast at up to 15x speed
• Convert Spotify into MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, M4A, and M4B losslessly
• Lets you play Spotify tracks offline on any device without restrictions
• Works seamlessly on Windows and macOS, supporting the built-in Spotify Web Player

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Step 1 Download and install ViWizard Spotify Music Converter on your Windows or Mac computer, then open the app.

Step 2 Sign in with your Spotify account inside ViWizard to access your playlists, albums, and saved songs.

Step 3 Find the track you want to use as a ringtone and click the + (Add) button to load it into the converter.

Step 4 Go to Menu > Preferences > Convert and select MP3 as the output format. You can also adjust the bitrate and sample rate if needed.

Step 5 Click Convert to start. ViWizard will remove DRM and save the song as an MP3 in your selected folder.

Option 2: Convert and Trim a Spotify Song to an MP3 Ringtone Clip

Another helpful tool is ViWizard Audio Capture. Instead of converting full tracks, it records the audio and includes basic editing tools to trim the exact part you want for your ringtone.

ViWizard Audio Capture is a simple all in one tool for both Android and iPhone users. It lets you record Spotify songs and trim, merge, or cut the audio as needed. On Android, you can capture and edit the ringtone and then move it directly to your phone. It can also turn a full length song into a 30 second MP3 file, which works well for ringtone use.

The program supports formats such as MP3, M4A, and WAV. It also works with other services like YouTube Music, giving you more options for creating custom ringtones. Once the file is ready, move it to the "Ringtones" or "Media" folder on your phone and set it as your ringtone in the Sound settings.

Key Features of ViWizard Audio Capture

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• Lossless Apple Music recording software on computer
• Support multi-track audio recording
• Cut, trim and merge recordings flexibly
• Keep and fix ID3 tags of Apple Music music
• Capture any other sound play on computer

Step 1 Launch ViWizard Audio Capture on your Windows or Mac computer.

Step 2 Click the Format button in the bottom-right corner and choose MP3 or another supported format like M4A, WAV, or FLAC.

Step 3 Adjust the audio settings by setting the bitrate and sample rate for the quality you want.

Step 4 In the main screen, click the Spotify app icon. If it's not there, use the + button to add it manually.

Step 5 Open Spotify and play the song you want to capture. ViWizard will start recording the audio in real time.

Step 6 Once the track finishes, click Stop in ViWizard. Your recorded song will appear in the capture list.

Step 7 Click the Edit icon to trim the track to ringtone length—about 30 seconds is ideal.

Step 8 When you're happy with it, click Save to export the MP3 to your selected folder.

Step 2: Convert and Trim Spotify Songs to M4R for iPhone Ringtones

Once the converted tracks are saved locally, import them into iTunes. Trim the audio to about 30 seconds, export it using the AAC encoder, and rename the file from .m4a to .m4r. Finally, drag the ringtone into the Tones section in iTunes and sync it to your iPhone.

Step 1 Open iTunes on your computer and make sure it is updated to the latest version.

Step 2 Locate the edited ringtone file on your computer.

Step 3 Drag the ringtone file into the iTunes library, or go to File > Add File to Library and select the edited ringtone.

Step 4 Select the ringtone in iTunes, then go to File > Convert > Create AAC Version.

Step 5 When the AAC version appears, delete it but choose to keep the original ringtone file when prompted.

Step 6 Find the ringtone file in C:\Users{Your Username}\Music\iTunes\iTunes Media or your customized iTunes media folder.

Step 7 Rename the file extension from .m4a to .m4r.

Step 3: Transfer and Set Spotify Songs as Ringtones on iPhone or Android

Once the ringtone file is ready, transfer it to your phone using a USB connection. On Android, move the file to the Ringtones folder and select it from the sound settings. On iPhone, drag the .m4r file into the Tones section in iTunes and sync it to your device. Then choose the ringtone from Settings > Sounds & Haptics and set it as your default ringtone.

For Android

Step 1 Connect your Android phone to your computer using a USB cable.

Step 2 Locate the edited ringtone file on your computer.

Step 3 Copy or move the file into the Ringtones folder on your Android device.

Step 4 Open your phone’s Settings and go to Sound or Sound & Vibration.

Step 5 Tap Phone ringtone or Default notification sound.

Step 6 Select your Spotify ringtone from the list of available sounds.

Step 7 You can also open your file manager, find the ringtone file, and choose Set as ringtone from the options menu.

Step 8 Make a test call or send yourself a message to confirm the ringtone is working.

For iPhone

Step 1 Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable and open iTunes.

Step 2 Click the iPhone icon, then open the Tones section.

Step 3 Drag the ringtone file with the .m4r extension into the Tones section.

Step 4 Make sure Sync Tones is checked, then click Apply to sync the ringtone to your iPhone.

Step 5 Open the Settings app on your iPhone.

Step 6 Tap Sounds & Haptics (or Sounds) and select Ringtone.

Step 7 Choose your synced Spotify ringtone from the list.

Step 8 Make a test call to confirm the ringtone is set and working.

Alternative Method: Use a Spotify Ringtone Maker Tool

A Spotify ringtone maker tool lets you turn a song into a ringtone without using a desktop device, which is usually required for ringtone creation. The apps trim tracks to the most memorable part and save them in a format your phone can use, all directly on your device.

#1 iRingtone: Ringtone Maker (iPhone App)

iRingtone: Ringtone Maker can turn Spotify tracks into iPhone ringtones without a computer. It offers a large song selection and lets you customize volume and vibration. Tracks can be trimmed to a precise 30-second section and exported as ringtones for contacts or text tones. The app combines searching, editing, and exporting in one workflow, so there is no need for iTunes or manual conversion. While it relies on GarageBand, you only need it pre-installed and do not have to edit directly. Some features are free, but a subscription unlocks the full music catalog.

Not all tracks are available due to licensing, but it remains a simple, mobile-first solution for creating ringtones.

#2 Zedge™ Ringtones & Wallpapers (iPhone / Android App)

ZEDGE™ Ringtones & Wallpapers offers a large library of ready-made ringtones, notification sounds, alarm tones, wallpapers, and themes. Sounds can be browsed and downloaded instantly, including music clips, game effects, and movie themes. The app makes phone customization fast and easy without editing audio, though it is slightly larger and shows occasional ads. Zedge works on both iPhone and Android and installs directly from the App Store or Google Play. Ringtones and alerts can be applied immediately, making it convenient for personalization.

Conclusion

To make Spotify music as ringtone on your Android phone or iPhone, the key is to use ViWizard Audio Capture to convert Spotify songs to audio file for ringtone in supported formats. Then you can easily move to your phone and set as ringtone. Apart from this, you can also use this software to download all tracks from Spotify to your computer and thus keep them forever, no matter you're a free or Premium Spotify user. Amazing? Isn't it? So, why not give it a try!