How to Create a Ringtone from Any Video

That moment in a movie. That drop in a song. That funny clip your friend sent. Wouldn't it be great as a ringtone? Here's how to make it happen.

What You'll Need

Just two things:

• The video file on your device (MP4, MOV, or any format)
• A web browser (that's it — no app downloads)

Step 1: Upload Your Video

Go to GetMP3.video and drag your video file onto the page. You can use any video format — MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV, WebM, whatever you have.

The cool part? Your file never leaves your device. It's processed right in your browser, so your content stays private.

Step 2: Select the Ringtone Tool

After uploading, you'll see several tool options. Click "Ringtone" to activate the ringtone maker.

You'll see duration options: 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, or 30 seconds. Here's what I recommend:

• 10 seconds: Quick notification sounds
• 15 seconds: Most ringtones (my recommendation)
• 20 seconds: If you want a longer loop
• 30 seconds: Maximum for iPhone compatibility

Step 3: Trim to the Good Part (Optional)

If you want a specific section of the audio (like starting at the chorus instead of the intro), use the Trim tool alongside Ringtone.

Set your start time to where you want the ringtone to begin. The duration you selected will determine where it ends.

Step 4: Convert and Download

Click "Convert to MP3" and wait a few seconds. When it's done, download your ringtone.

Setting Up on Your Phone

For Android:

1. Transfer the MP3 to your phone (email it to yourself, use cloud storage, or connect via USB)
2. Go to Settings → Sound → Ringtone
3. Tap "Add ringtone" or the + icon
4. Select your MP3 file
5. Done! It's now your ringtone

For iPhone:

iPhones are a bit more complicated because they use a special format (M4R). Here's the easiest method:

1. Open GarageBand on your iPhone (free from App Store)
2. Create a new project and import your MP3
3. Trim it if needed (must be under 40 seconds)
4. Tap Share → Ringtone → Export
5. Go to Settings → Sounds & Haptics → Ringtone
6. Your custom ringtone will be at the top of the list

Pro Tips

Start slightly early. When you hear your phone ring, your brain needs a split second to recognize the sound. Start your ringtone about 0.5 seconds before the "main event" so you don't miss the best part.

Avoid abrupt starts. Ringtones that start with a loud sound can be jarring. Look for sections that fade in or have a natural beginning.

Test the loop. Ringtones repeat, so make sure the end doesn't sound weird when it jumps back to the beginning.

Keep it short. 15-20 seconds is plenty. By the time a 40-second ringtone finishes, the caller has probably given up.

Ideas for Great Ringtones

• The hook from your favorite song
• A funny movie quote
• Video game sound effects
• TV show theme songs
• Meme audio clips
• Nature sounds (birds, rain, waves)