Do I need to upload my audio file?

No. This tool generates an FFmpeg command that you run locally on your own computer. Your audio file never leaves your device.

What audio formats does FFmpeg support for ringtones?

FFmpeg supports virtually all common formats: MP3, AAC, M4A, WAV, OGG, FLAC, and more. The output format is determined by the output filename extension you choose.

Why is ringtone length limited to 40 seconds?

Most phone platforms (iOS, Android) enforce a ringtone length limit around 30–40 seconds. Keeping clips to 40s or under ensures compatibility and avoids file size issues.

How do I install FFmpeg to run the command?

On macOS run "brew install ffmpeg", on Ubuntu/Debian run "sudo apt install ffmpeg", and on Windows download a build from ffmpeg.org or use "choco install ffmpeg".

What does the afade filter do?

The afade filter smoothly ramps the audio volume up at the start (fade-in) and down at the end (fade-out), preventing harsh clicks when the ringtone begins or loops.

Ringtone Maker

Name: Ringtone Maker
Availability: InStock
Author: Nham Vu

Enter your audio filename, start time, duration, and fade settings to generate an FFmpeg command that creates a ringtone.

Ringtone Settings

Source filename

Include the extension, e.g. song.mp3, track.m4a

Output filename

Output format is determined by the extension

Start time (MM:SS)

Duration: 30s (max 40s)

5s40s

Fade-in: 1s

0s (off)3s

Fade-out: 2s

0s (off)3s

Output Preview

Start

00:30

Duration

30s

Fade-in

Fade-out

FFmpeg Command

Paste in terminal

Tips

Run the command in the same folder as your audio file, or use the full path.
For iPhone (M4R), name the output file ringtone.m4a then rename to .m4r.
Use -y flag if FFmpeg asks to overwrite an existing output file.

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Summary

Enter your audio filename, start time, duration, and fade settings to generate an FFmpeg command that creates a ringtone.

How it works

Enter your audio filename (e.g. song.mp3) in the source file field.
Set the start time in MM:SS format where the ringtone should begin.
Choose a duration up to 40 seconds for the ringtone length.
Optionally add fade-in and fade-out durations (0–3 seconds each).
The FFmpeg command updates instantly as you change any setting.
Click "Copy Command" and paste it into your terminal to create the ringtone.

Use cases

Cut the chorus of a song into a phone ringtone.
Create a custom alarm tone from any audio file.
Trim a podcast or voice memo clip for a notification sound.
Add smooth fade-in and fade-out to avoid abrupt ringtone starts and stops.
Prepare audio clips for use as ringtones on Android or iPhone.
Batch-script ringtone creation with generated FFmpeg commands.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 2026-07-01 · Reviewed by Nham Vu