How to download a song from YouTube for a ringtone on Android?

Downloading songs from YouTube to use as ringtones on your Android phone is a great way to customize and personalize your device. With just a few simple steps, you can take any song and turn it into a ringtone to assign to your favorite contacts. This allows you to hear a snippet of your favorite song whenever that person calls you.

In this guide, we’ll walk through the full process step-by-step. We’ll show you how to find and download a YouTube video as an MP3 file using a free online converter tool. Then we’ll cover how to transfer the MP3 to your Android device and use the File Manager app to locate it. Finally, we’ll go through setting the MP3 as a ringtone and assigning it to a chosen contact.

With just a bit of time and effort, you can create a custom ringtone from any song on YouTube. Let’s get started!

Find and Copy YouTube Video Link

The first step is to find the YouTube video you want to use for your ringtone. To do this, open the YouTube app on your Android smartphone or tablet and search for the song name or keywords. Once you find the video you want, tap on it to start playing it.

While the video is playing, tap on the Share button which is the icon that looks like an arrow emerging from a box. This will open up sharing options. Tap on “Copy link”. This will copy the URL of the YouTube video to your clipboard.

According to WikiHow, you can also tap the arrow icon below the video and select “Copy Link” to copy the URL (Source). Now you have the link copied and are ready to download the video.

Download YouTube Video as MP3

The easiest way to convert a YouTube video to MP3 is by using an online converter. There are many free options available, but youtube-mp3.org is one of the most reputable and straightforward to use. Simply copy and paste the YouTube video URL into the converter, then click “Convert Video”. The site will extract the audio and allow you to download the MP3 file.

Online converters like youtube-mp3.org are convenient because there’s no software to install. The conversion process happens in the cloud. You just need to provide the video link, and the site handles the rest. The conversion speeds are generally fast as well. Within seconds, you can download the extracted audio in MP3 format.

When using any online converter, be mindful that YouTube’s terms prohibit downloading videos. However, converting for personal use as a ringtone is generally not considered commercial usage. Nonetheless, it’s best to avoid overusing any online converter and respect copyrights.

Transfer MP3 File to Android

Once you have downloaded the YouTube video as an MP3 file on your computer, the next step is to transfer the file to your Android device. Here are the steps to transfer the MP3 file:

First, connect your Android phone to your computer using a USB cable. Make sure USB debugging is enabled on your Android device (you can find this in Settings > Developer options). Your phone should now be recognized by the computer.

Next, locate the MP3 file on your computer that you want to transfer. Drag and drop the MP3 file into your phone’s music folder. For most modern Android devices, this will be in internal storage/Music folder or SD card/Music folder if you have an SD card inserted.

Alternatively, you can use the Android File Transfer application if you are on Mac to locate your Android device and transfer the MP3 file (https://www.android.com/filetransfer/). For Windows, you can use Windows Explorer to locate connected Android device and copy over the MP3 file.

Once the transfer is completed successfully, you can safely disconnect your phone from the computer. The MP3 file is now on your Android device and ready to be set as a ringtone.

Open File Manager App on Android

Once the MP3 ringtone file is downloaded on your Android device, you will need to locate it using a file manager app. Some of the most popular file manager apps for Android include Solid Explorer, Amaze File Manager, and MiXplorer Silver. You can also use the built-in My Files or File Manager app on many Android devices.

To open a file manager app on Android, go to your home screen and find the app icon, or open your app drawer and select the file manager app. Popular pre-installed options like My Files, File Manager, and Files typically have a folder icon. Tap to open the chosen file manager app.

Once the file manager app opens, you will need to browse and locate the MP3 ringtone file you downloaded from YouTube. The file manager app allows you to access all the folders and files stored on your Android device. Navigate through the file manager until you find the folder location of the downloaded MP3 file.

With the file manager open and the MP3 ringtone file located, you can now set it as a custom ringtone for your Android device.

Locate MP3 File

Once the MP3 file of the YouTube video has finished downloading on your Android device, you will need to locate where it is saved. The Files by Google app provides an easy way to browse and search all files stored on your Android device (Source). Open the Files app and select “Downloads” to view all your downloaded files. You can also tap the search icon in the top right to search for the file name (Source). If you’re having trouble finding the file, try searching your device storage using a file manager app (Source).

Once you have located the MP3 file in your file manager app, tap on it to open it.

Set as Ringtone

Once you have located the MP3 file in your Android’s file manager app, you need to set it as your custom ringtone. To do this:

Long press on the MP3 file you want to use as your ringtone. A menu will pop up – select “Set as ringtone” from the menu options.

Google Support provides instructions on how to long press a file and set it as a ringtone.

This will open up your ringtone settings where you can preview the ringtone. Confirm that you want to set the MP3 as your ringtone by tapping “OK” or “Apply” depending on your Android OS.

Choose Contact

Once you have set the MP3 file as a ringtone on your Android device, the next step is to assign it to a contact. This way, when that person calls you, your phone will play the custom ringtone you selected.

To do this, open the Contacts app on your Android device and select the contact you want to assign the custom ringtone to. Tap on their name to open their contact information.

Look for the option to set a custom ringtone and tap on it. This may be listed as “Ringtone” or “Custom ringtone.” You will then see a list of ringtones available on your device.

Scroll down and select the MP3 file you just added as a ringtone. Tap “OK” or “Apply” to set it.

Now when that contact calls you, your phone will play the ringtone you set specifically for them. You can repeat this process to set custom ringtones for other contacts as well.

Confirm Ringtone

Once you’ve finished setting the MP3 file as the custom ringtone, it’s a good idea to test it out. The simplest way is to call the contact you assigned the ringtone to from your Android device. When they call you back, you’ll be able to hear the new ringtone play. This allows you to confirm that everything has been set up correctly before relying on the custom ringtone for that contact.

To confirm the ringtone:

1. Open your contacts and select the contact you assigned the custom ringtone to.
2. Tap on their name to call them. Let it ring once or twice and then hang up.
3. Wait for the contact to call you back.
4. When your phone rings, listen for the new custom ringtone to play.
5. If you hear their assigned ringtone, then you’ve successfully set it up.
6. If it still plays your default ringtone, double check that you correctly assigned the ringtone to that contact.

Calling the contact is the fastest way to confirm the ringtone is working as expected. Now you can rest assured that your selected song or audio file will play whenever that person calls you.

Conclusion

In summary, downloading a YouTube video as a ringtone on an Android device requires just a few simple steps. First, you need to copy the video link from YouTube. Then use a website or app to convert and download the YouTube video as an MP3 file. Transfer this MP3 file to your Android device, and open the File Manager to locate it. Once you have found the MP3 file, you can set it as your custom ringtone within your device settings. Finally, choose the contact you want to assign that ringtone to and confirm the selection. With just those few steps, you’ll be able to set any YouTube video as your customizable ringtone on an Android phone or tablet.

Having a custom ringtone allows you to personalize your device and assign unique ringtones to your contacts. Using a method like this to download YouTube videos gives you an endless library of audio to choose from when selecting ringtones. So go ahead and pick your favorite song or soundbite to become your next ringtone!