How to Change Alarm Sound on iPhone 15: A Simple Guide

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Waking up to the same alarm tone every day can get boring—or worse, you might start ignoring it. Luckily, the iPhone 15 makes it easy to customize your alarm sound so you can wake up to something more pleasant (or more effective).

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you exactly how to change alarm sound on iPhone 15, plus a few extra tips for using music, custom tones, and vibration settings.

📌 Key Takeaways

  • You can change your alarm sound directly in the Clock app.

  • iPhone 15 lets you pick from built-in tones, purchased ringtones, or even Apple Music songs.

  • You can also adjust vibration settings for silent alarms.

Why Change Your Alarm Sound?

Changing your alarm sound can:

  • ✅ Make mornings less stressful with a softer tune.

  • ✅ Help heavy sleepers wake up with a loud, attention-grabbing tone.

  • ✅ Personalize your iPhone experience with your favorite music.

  • ✅ Prevent you from getting “alarm fatigue” from the same sound every day.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Change Alarm Sound on iPhone 15

Step 1: Open the Clock App

  • Unlock your iPhone 15.

  • Tap the Clock app (black icon with a white clock).

Step 2: Go to the Alarm Tab

  • At the bottom, tap Alarm.

  • You’ll see your active alarms list.

Step 3: Select the Alarm to Edit

  • Tap Edit (top left).

  • Choose the alarm you want to change.

Step 4: Tap Sound

  • Inside the alarm settings, tap Sound.

  • You’ll see a list of available tones.

Step 5: Choose a New Alarm Tone

  • Select from built-in ringtones or classic alarm sounds.

  • Tap each one to preview it.

  • When you find one you like, checkmark it.

Step 6: Save Changes

  • Tap Back to exit sound settings.

  • Tap Save (top right) to apply changes.

✅ Done! Your alarm will now play the new sound.

How to Use a Song as Your Alarm Sound

Want to wake up to your favorite track? You can set a song from Apple Music as your alarm.

Steps:

  1. Follow Steps 1–4 above.

  2. In the Sound menu, tap Pick a song.

  3. Browse your Apple Music library.

  4. Select a song, then tap Save.

⚠️ Note: You need an active Apple Music subscription or downloaded music in your library for this feature.

How to Add Custom Ringtones as Alarm Sounds

If you want something unique, you can use custom ringtones purchased from the iTunes Store.

  1. Open iTunes Store > Tones.

  2. Buy and download a ringtone.

  3. Follow Steps 1–4 above.

  4. In Sound, scroll to Ringtones and select your purchased tone.

How to Change Vibration Settings for Alarms

Sometimes you want a silent alarm that only vibrates.

Steps:

  1. In the Sound menu of your alarm, tap Vibration.

  2. Choose from default vibrations like Heartbeat, Rapid, or Alert.

  3. Or tap Create New Vibration to design your own pattern.

  4. If you want a silent alarm, choose None under Sound and keep vibration on.

Tips for Choosing the Right Alarm Sound

  • 💤 Light sleepers: Try soft tones like Silk or Reflection.

  • 🚨 Heavy sleepers: Use louder tones like Radar or Apex.

  • 🎵 Music lovers: Wake up to your favorite upbeat song.

  • 📅 Different alarms: Assign unique sounds for weekdays vs. weekends.

Troubleshooting: Alarm Sound Not Working on iPhone 15

If your alarm sound isn’t playing:

  • Make sure your ringer volume is up (Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringer and Alerts).

  • Check that Mute switch (on the side of iPhone) is not set to silent.

  • Restart your iPhone.

  • Delete and recreate the alarm if it’s still not working.

Conclusion

Changing the alarm sound on your iPhone 15 is quick and customizable. Whether you stick to Apple’s default tones, choose a favorite song, or even create a custom vibration, you can personalize how you wake up every day.

So, go ahead—pick a sound that actually gets you out of bed in the morning!

❓ FAQs About Changing Alarm Sound on iPhone 15

1. Can I set different alarm sounds for different alarms?
Yes, each alarm can have its own unique sound.

2. Can I use Spotify songs as alarm sounds on iPhone 15?
Not directly. Only Apple Music or purchased tones can be used natively.

3. Will my alarm sound if my iPhone 15 is on silent mode?
Yes, alarms override silent mode and Do Not Disturb (unless you turn off alarms manually).

4. Can I make my iPhone alarm only vibrate?
Yes. Set Sound > None and keep vibration on.

5. Does the alarm work if my iPhone 15 is powered off?
No. Unlike some older phones, iPhones must be powered on for alarms to work.

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