How do I make my Whatsapp ringtone different?

Having a customized ringtone for WhatsApp can help you identify incoming WhatsApp calls and messages more easily. The default notification sound for WhatsApp may get lost among the various other notification sounds on your phone. Setting a unique ringtone allows you to recognize a WhatsApp notification immediately.

Why would you want a custom WhatsApp ringtone?

Here are some of the benefits of having a custom WhatsApp ringtone:

• Lets you identify WhatsApp notifications quickly – With a unique ringtone, you’ll recognize a WhatsApp call or message from just the sound.
• Differentiates from other app notifications – Stands out from default notification sounds used by other apps.
• Reflects your personality – You can pick a ringtone you enjoy and that represents your style.
• Avoids confusion – No more mixing up WhatsApp pings with texts, emails, or other app alerts.

So if you want to personalize your WhatsApp experience and make your incoming messages pop, setting a custom ringtone can be quite useful.

Steps to change WhatsApp ringtone on Android

Here are the steps to change the default WhatsApp ringtone on Android devices:

1. Open WhatsApp and go to Settings.
2. Tap Notifications > Sound.
3. Tap the option for Ringtone under Incoming Call Ringtones.
4. This will open your ringtones menu. Browse and select the ringtone you want to set.
5. Tap OK to confirm.

And that’s it! The ringtone you selected will now play for incoming WhatsApp calls instead of the default ringtone.

Things to note

• You can choose from default ringtones or pick any music/audio files saved on your phone.
• Make sure the ringtone file is in a compatible format like MP3, WAV, etc.
• To change notification tones, go to Notifications > Tones and select your preferred sound.
• Follow the same steps to set custom ringtones for individual WhatsApp contacts.

Changing WhatsApp ringtone on iPhone

On iPhones, here is how you can set a custom ringtone for WhatsApp calls and messages:

1. Open WhatsApp > Settings > Sounds & Haptics.
2. Tap Ringtone under Incoming Calls.
3. Browse through the available ringtones and select the one you want.
4. You can also tap Add New Ringtone to use an audio file like an MP3 as custom ringtone.
5. Confirm your selection and it will be set as the new WhatsApp ringtone.

Things to note

• The audio file must be under 40 seconds for iOS to accept it as a ringtone.
• For notification tones, go to Sounds & Haptics > Notification Tone.
• On iOS, you can set different ringtones for individual chats.

How to set MP3 as custom WhatsApp ringtone

If you want to use an MP3 song or any other audio file as a custom ringtone on WhatsApp, here is how to do it:

1. Copy the MP3 file to your phone’s internal storage or SD card using your computer.
2. On Android, edit the file in an audio editor to cut it down to under 1 minute.
3. On iPhone, it needs to be under 40 seconds.
4. Save the trimmed audio file.
5. Follow the usual steps to change ringtone in WhatsApp settings.
6. Select the option to add ringtone and choose the edited MP3 file.

This will set the MP3 as your custom WhatsApp ringtone so you can hear your favorite song whenever you get a WhatsApp call or notification!

Best custom WhatsApp ringtones

Here are some popular and unique ringtones you could use for WhatsApp:

Ringtone	Description
Favorite song chorus	Use a catchy part of your favorite song as a ringtone
Funny sound effect	Set a funny or quirky sound like a laser beam as ringtone
Custom text-to-speech	Convert a custom phrase or word to speech and use it
Popular TV/movie quote	Identifiable dialogues or scenes from shows or films
Funny meme sound	Use viral meme sounds or dank clips

Get creative and choose a custom WhatsApp ringtone that suits your personality! Make sure it is distinct enough to recognize easily.

How to set different WhatsApp ringtones for contacts

Besides your default ringtone, you can set unique ringtones for specific contacts on WhatsApp. Here is how to do it:

On Android

1. Open the contact’s chat in WhatsApp.
2. Tap the name/number at the top > Custom notifications.
3. Select a ringtone you want for this contact.
4. Confirm the selection and this custom ringtone will play when the contact calls or messages.

On iPhone

1. Open the chat and tap the contact’s name at the top.
2. Scroll down and tap Ringtone.
3. Pick a ringtone from the options or add a new one.
4. Hit Save to set this custom ringtone for the individual chat.

This way you can set different ringtones for your important contacts like family, friends, work colleagues, etc. It will help you quickly identify who is calling or messaging without having to check your phone.

Conclusion

Setting a unique ringtone for WhatsApp is simple on both iPhone and Android devices. You can choose from default ringtones or use MP3 and other audio files as custom ringtones.

Having a custom WhatsApp ringtone allows you to identify incoming calls and messages more easily. You can also set special ringtones for individual contacts for quick identification.

So pick an appealing ringtone that suits your personality and make sure it stands out from your other notification sounds. A custom WhatsApp ringtone will elevate your messaging experience and make it more personalized.