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How to Use YouTube Music as iPhone Ringtone?

Updated on: November 6, 2024
Category: YouTube Music Tips

"I'd like to set the YouTube Music song I downloaded as my ringtone on my iPhone and I can't figure out how to do it. Any tips?"

Have you ever wanted to set a song from YouTube Music as your iPhone ringtone, only to find out it's not directly possible? While iPhones come with several preset ringtones, they don't allow you to use music directly from streaming services like YouTube Music. Songs downloaded from YouTube Music are saved in a protected format (.aac), which can't be used as ringtones or notification sounds. But don't worry! With a few simple steps, you can easily convert and set any YouTube Music track as your iPhone ringtone. In this guide, we'll show you how to use YouTube Music as ringtones on your iPhone. Let's dive in!

how to use youtube music as iphone ringtone

Part 1: Download and Convert YouTube Music to MP3

YouTube Music doesn't offer a built-in option to set its tracks as ringtones, but fret not, you can use NoteBurner YouTube Music Converter to do this. This advanced tool enables you to download and convert YouTube Music tracks into high-quality 256kbps MP3 files. NoteBurner converts music up to 10 times faster than usual, all while preserving the original sound quality. This tool ensures that you can quickly and effortlessly obtain high-quality MP3 files, perfect for setting as ringtones or notifications on your iPhone.

Key Features of NoteBurner YouTube Music Converter:
  • Convert YouTube Music to MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, and ALAC;
  • Convert YouTube Music at up to 10X faster speed;
  • Download YouTube music videos in up to 4K quality;
  • Keep ID3 tags and 100% original audio quality;
  • Easy to use with an intuitive user interface;
  • Burn YouTube Music to CD for free.
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Tutorial: How to Download YouTube Music to MP3 on PC/Mac

Before you start, make sure you have NoteBurner YouTube Music Converter installed on your desktop.

YouTube Video: How to Download YouTube Music to MP3 on PC/Mac

1 Log in to YouTube Music Account

Install and launch NoteBurner YouTube Music Converter on your computer. Log into your YouTube Music Premium or Free account.

Note: NoteBurner needs to work with a YouTube Music account but it will never take any other information from your account other than the songs.

log in youtube music

2 Customize Output Settings

Click on the Settings button to select your preferred output format (MP3), bit rate (256kbps, because the best playback quality is 256kbps), sample rate (192kHz, 96kHz, 48kHz, 44.1kHz), and output path.

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3 Add Your Favorite YouTube Music

Open a playlist, album, or artist on the YouTube Web Player. Click the "Add" icon at the bottom right to choose the songs you want to download and use as iPhone ringtone.

Tips: To avoid duplicate conversions, enable the Filter Converted option in the adding music window.

add youtube music songs

4 Start Converting YouTube Music to AAC

Click the "Convert" button to start downloading and converting YouTube Music to MP3.

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5 Find Your Downloaded Tracks

Once the conversion is complete, click "Converted" to view your downloaded tracks. Hover over the "Folder" icon next to a song to locate the files on your computer.

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Part 2: Convert YouTube Music to M4R for Making as iPhone Ringtone

To set a YouTube Music song as your iPhone ringtone, you need to convert it into the M4R format, which is specifically used for iPhone ringtones and can be up to 40 seconds long. Here's a straightforward guide using a free tool called "Syncios iPhone Ringtone Maker" to make the conversion process easy:

Step 1 Download and Run Syncios Ringtone Maker

Just download the Syncios Ringtone Maker ( Mac & Windows) to your computer. Connect your iPhone via a USB cable, launch the program, and choose "Ringtone Maker"

Tips: If you have the iTunes app installed on your PC, you can easily use it to trim your music for a ringtone.

ringtone maker

Step 2 Connect Your iPhone

Your iPhone will be automatically recognized once connected.

Step 3 Import Your YouTube Music for Editing

Drag your converted YouTube Music track from your local folder into the Syncios program. Adjust the start and stop points, then select Select Device" > "Save and Import". Wait for the ringtone maker app to complete the transfer process.

ringtone maker

With these steps, you can easily turn any YouTube Music track into a custom ringtone for your iPhone.

Part 3: Set Your YouTube Music as Ringtone on iPhone

Step 1 Go to Ringtone Settings

On your iPhone, open "Settings" and go to "Sounds & Haptics."

custom youtube songs as ringtone on iphone

Step 2 Tap Ringtone.

Under "Sounds & Haptics Patterns", tap "Ringtones". Find and select the YouTube Music song you added.

Step 3 Set the Ringtone

In the Ringtone section, tap on the new ringtone to set it as your iPhone's sound.

That's it! Your YouTube Music MP3 is now your iPhone ringtone.

Conclusion:

Setting a YouTube Music track as your iPhone ringtone is simple with the right tools. Convert your YouTube Music songs to MP3 using NoteBurner YouTube Music Converter, then to M4R format for your ringtone. NoteBurner YouTube Music Converter makes this process smooth, providing high-quality MP3s quickly. For a simple and effective way to create ringtones, just give NoteBurner a try.

Note: The free trial version of NoteBurner YouTube Music Converter allows you to convert the first 1 minute of each song. You can buy the full version to unlock this limitation and enable all its features.

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