There are two ways to create a ringtone. You can subcontract one to a company that makes mobile music and ringtones. Other companies use your music and use their software to create ringtone. For example, a Norwegian company named Soundonweb has 25 musicians make ringtones for its customers. The company is connected to Nokia. A subcontractor's software package may differ slightly from the original.

You can also create your own ringtone using apps that you have on your iPhone. Audiko is one of the most famous communities for creating and downloading ringtones. With this community, you can use any music, video, or sound from your music library. The community has millions of free ringtones and you can search for the one that's right for you by track name or by browsing through the national musical charts. It's the perfect place to customize your phone's ringtone to match the mood and personality of your recipient.