How to Set Default Ringtones

Depending on the model of Android phone you have, you can choose from several stock ringtones. Here’s how to find and browse through them:

How to Set Default Ringtones on Samsung Phones

If you own a Samsung device, the process for setting a ringtone is a little different. Here’s how to do it:

How to Download New Ringtones From Your Computer

The simplest and least expensive way to get new ringtones is to transfer them over from your computer. Most Android devices can use regular music files as ringtones.

Where to Find Ringtones Online

If your phone’s default ringtones don’t offer the level of customization you want, go to Google Play and do a quick search for ringtones. The search results include many apps—some paid and some free. Here are two free apps worth considering:

ZEDGE Ringtones & Wallpapers

Make your phone a conversation starter with free ringtones when you download the ZEDGE app. It also includes notification sounds, app icons, alarms, and free wallpapers. You can download and use a high-quality ringtone for each member of your family or for each of your friends. Categories include rock, rap, and country, plus classic ringtones and sound effects. Assign the ringtones to individual contacts from within the app.

RingDroid

When you download the RingDroid app, you’ll be able to use up to 30 seconds of a song in your media library and create a ringtone from it. It takes a little while to get used to the interface, but once you make a few ringtones, the process is easy and effective.