How to Add M4r to iPhone without Computer

Everybody knows that the ringtone selections are limited on iPhone. You might look for ways to add your customized ringtones to your iPhone. So, can I import ringtones to my iPhone? The answer is Yes. But you can only set M4r as ringtone iPhone. Then, how to add M4r to iPhone? And how to set M4r as ringtone on iPhone? Previously, iTunes is a way to add M4r to iPhone but it is too complicated.

So is it possible to add M4r to iPhone without iTunes or even without a computer? Yes, absolutely. In the post below, we will share the detailed instructions to add M4r to iPhone without computer or iTunes. And we will share with you a bonus tip to manage and customize iPhone ringtones as well.

To set MP3 as ringtones on iPhone, you can check: How to Set MP3 as Ringtone on iPhone with/without iTunes >

Add M4r to iPhone with iTunes

How do you sync M4R ringtones to iPhone? The first method most people would think of is to use iTunes. Designed by Apple, this tool is dedicated for iOS users to manage their various data including ringtones. So if your iTunes is available, then you can use iTunes to add M4r to iPhone. But you should notice that this method is a little bit complicated and is not proper to transfer too many ringtones. Now here are the steps to add M4r to iPhone via iTunes.

Add M4r to iPhone via iTunes：

1. Open iTunes on your computer and transfer a song you like to iTunes > Right-click the song and select Song info option
2. Choose Options > Customize the ringtone by choosing start and stop time. The ringtone should be less than 30 seconds > Click OK.
3. Choose the song again > Select File > Tap on Convert > Click Create AAC version. After that you will see the shortened version.
4. Select the short version > choose Show in Windows Explorer option > Change from M4a to M4r > Delete the song in iTunes.
5. Go back to the Windows Explorer again > Click and drag the M4r file to iTunes.
6. Connect iPhone to computer > Tap on Tones > Choose Sync Tones > Click Apply. Then you will successfully add M4r to iPhone.

Add M4r to iPhone without Computer/iTunes

If you use M4r as ringtone iPhone but cannot add it with computer, then you can take advantage of a professional tool, GarageBand, to help you add m4r to iPhone. And as this tool doesn’t require iTunes, so it is also a good choice for those who want to add M4r to iPhone without iTunes. You should download GarageBand on your iPhone first and make sure a song or sound clip in M4r format is available to use. Then follow the guide below to add M4r to iPhone step by step:

Step 1. Open GarageBand and tape the + and “Create New Song”. When prompted with the recording type, select AUDIO RECORDER.

Step 2. Once you create the new song project, switch to track view instead of the recording interface by tapping the multitrack button.

Step 3. Hit the loop icon in the top right corner, choose Music if you downloaded it (or synced it) through the Music app. Or choose Audio Files if your m4r song file is in Files (iCloud Drive, Dropbox).

Step 4. Navigate to your source audio, press and hold, and drag the song or audio file to the track in GarageBand. Trim and cut songs as you like and remember that ringtones should be limited to 30 seconds.

Step 5. Hit the upside-down triangle in the top left corner and return to the “My Songs” list. This will save your project and get it ready to export.

Step 6. Press and hold on the project (likely called “My Songs”) until it enters wiggle mode. Press the share icon in the top left to bring up the share sheet. Tap “Ringtone” to start the export process.

Step 7. Do as the prompt to name the track, which will be displayed in settings when selecting your ringtone. Then click the Export button.

Step 8. Go to Settings > Sound & Haptics > Ringtone to check the new ringtone you just added to iPhone.

Now you can successfully add M4r ringtones to iPhone even without using a computer or iTunes. After adding, you can set your own M4r ringtone iPhone.

Bonus Tip: How to Manage Ringtones on iPhone

Although iTunes no longer supports users to customize ringtones on the computer, some third-party iTunes alternatives stand out, AnyTrans is one of them. This tool helps you manage the ringtones on your iOS devices easily. With AnyTrans, you can delete unwanted ringtones, transfer ringtones between iOS devices, to computers & iTunes, and customize ringtones. In addition to ringtones, AynTrans also supports managing and transferring other data like photos, videos, messages, call logs, etc.

Now if you are interested in this tool, free download AnyTrans and have a try on making your own ringtone for your iPhone.

Manage iPhone Ringtones

Here you could see AnyTrans enables users to add ringtone files to their iPhone, delete unwanted ringtones, transfer ringtones to another iOS device, and download iPhone ringtones to the computer.

Customize iPhone Ringtones

Here you could see that users also have the ability to make their own ringtones with AnyTrans. Just drag and drop the preferred music, choose your favorite period, and save it to your iPhone or your computer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some other questions about M4r ringtones. Check them now.

How to set M4r file as ringtone on iPhone?

If you add M4r to iPhone with the above two ways, you will find them in the ringtone list after you have successfully added them. And them you can set M4r as ringtones on you iPhone. And if you want to know how to set M4r file as ringtones on iPhone without iTunes, then you can try Method 2.

Why is M4r Not Syncing to iPhone? How to Fix?

There are not definite reasons for M4r not syncing to iPhone issue. But you can try to download the leatest iTunes and sync thr M4r files again. Besides, you need to make sure that your M4r file is leass than 30 seconds.

The Bottom Line

With the above methods, you can add M4r to iPhone with ease now. And if you want to customize your own ringtongs for iPhone, don’t forget to free download AnyTrans and give it a try. If you have any other questions, feel free to let us know.