Three Ways to Install a Custom Ringtone on iPhone: GarageBand, iOS 26 and Mac

TL;DR

iOS 26 and later: Use as Ringtone from the share sheet. Any iOS: open the project in GarageBand. With a Mac: sync the file through Finder. The app assembles the GarageBand project for you.

Route 1: Use as Ringtone (iOS 26+)

Share the exported file and choose Use as Ringtone.

Route 2: GarageBand

The app builds the GarageBand project, so you only need to share it.

Route 3: Mac sync

Follow the in-app, step-by-step instructions to sync via Finder.

FAQ

Which route is fastest? On iOS 26 and later, Use as Ringtone from the share sheet.