This guide teaches you how to download free ringtones from Zedge on your Android or iPhone. For Android users, the process is straightforward using the Zedge app from the Google Play Store. iPhone users need Zedge’s website paired with GarageBand on the device or iTunes/Apple Music on a computer to convert and install the tones properly.

Before you start: Ensure you have an internet connection. Android users need the Google Play Store. iPhone users need GarageBand (free from App Store) for the mobile method or a computer with iTunes (Windows) or Music app (Mac) for the desktop method.

How to download free ringtones from Zedge

Follow the method that matches your device to browse, download, and set ringtones easily.

Method 1: On Android using the Zedge app

  • Open the Google Play Store.
  • Typezedge in the search bar and tap the search icon.
  • TapZedge Wallpapers & Ringtones, which has a purple icon with a white stylized D, then tap Install.
  • Open the Zedge app and follow on-screen prompts to agree to terms.
  • Tap the X in the top-right to skip the paid subscription ad if desired.
  • Tap the three horizontal lines menu icon in the top-left corner.
  • SelectRingtones.
  • Browse categories or tap the magnifying glass icon to search, then tap a ringtone to preview it.
  • Tap the Play button to listen; tap the X or swipe left to return or see similar tones.
  • TapSet. For premium tones, watch an ad to earn credits if prompted.
  • SelectSet ringtone for your main ringtone, or choose Set contact ringtone, Set alarm sound, or Set notification.
  • Tap Allow when prompted to let Zedge save files and modify system settings.
  • If not setting immediately, tap Not now. Later, open the Settings app, go to Sound & notification (or Sound), select Ringtone, and choose the new tone.

Method 2: On iPhone using Zedge.net and GarageBand

  • Open the App Store, search for GarageBand, and tap Get to install if needed.
  • OpenSafari and go to Zedge.net.
  • TapUse in your web browser, the third button.
  • Tap the Ringtones tab or magnifying glass to search, then tap a ringtone to preview.
  • Tap the Play button (sideways triangle) to listen.
  • Tap the purple Download button at the bottom; wait 10 seconds, ignore app install ads, and tap Download again to save to the Downloads folder.
  • OpenGarageBand (orange, yellow, white guitar icon) and tapKeyboard for a new project.
  • Tap the header with horizontal lines in the top-left to open Tracks view.
  • Tap the loop icon in the top-right for Apple Loops.
  • Tap the Files tab, select Browse items from the Files app, tap Browse, go to On my iPhone > Downloads, and select the file.
  • Drag the file from Loops to the timeline start in Tracks.
  • Tap the top-left menu, selectMy songs, long-press the song, tap Share > Ringtone, name it, and tap Export > OK.
  • OpenSettings > Sounds > Ringtone and select your new ringtone.

Method 3: On a computer using Zedge.net and iTunes/Apple Music

  • Open your web browser and go to Zedge.net.
  • Click the Ringtones tab or use the search bar, then click a ringtone.
  • Click the Play button to preview.
  • Click the purple Download button in the top-right; wait 10 seconds and save the file.
  • OpeniTunes (Windows, from Start menu) or Music (Mac, Dock icon).
  • Drag the file to the Songs section in the Library, or go to File > Add file to library.
  • Right-click the track, select Song info, rename if desired, and click OK.
  • In iTunes, go to Edit > Preferences > General tab > Import settings, set Import using to AAC encoder, and click OK.
  • Select the song, go to File > Convert > Create AAC version.
  • Locate the new .m4a file in File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac), and rename the extension to .m4r.
  • Connect your iPhone via USB cable.
  • In iTunes, click your iPhone icon, drag the .m4r file to the Tones section, and sync.
  • On your iPhone, openSettings > Sounds > Ringtone and select the new ringtone.
Pro tip: Use the search function and categories in Zedge to find trending sounds, artist tracks, or themed ringtones that perfectly match your personality and style.

After setting your new ringtone, customize further by assigning unique tones to specific contacts in your phone’s Contacts app under Edit > Ringtone. Experiment with notification and alarm sounds using the same Zedge downloads for a fully personalized audio experience.

Explore Zedge’s wallpapers section next to refresh your home screen visuals. Regularly check for new uploads to keep your sounds fresh, and consider earning credits by watching short ads for premium access without paying.