Ringtones can be classified into monophonic and polyphonic ringtones. In the case of monophonic ringtones, the sound output is just like pressing the keys on your mobile phone. In the case of polyphonic ringtones, the sound output from the phone is like a surround sound. It is clearer and stereophonic. Old mobile phones can play only monophonic ringtones. All the newer mobile phones have the capability to play polyphonic ringtones.

At present, there are hundreds of portals on the internet that have a complete section on free downloadable ringtones. Also there are many ringtone sites that are completely dedicated to providing ringtones for download … either free or for a small fee. The overall idea is to provide mobile users ringtones that they would like to hear when their phones ring. Some sites also allow you to make your own ringtones using the website’s software. Then you download the ringtone to your mobile phone. These sites encourage you to bring out your creativity. In fact, many sites have ringtone competitions where the person composing the best ringtone may win a trip to his favorite destination.

The ringtone market has assumed global reach today as it brings people together from different countries and cultures to share their creativity and expose them to the world of ringtones. The best part is that hundreds of ringtones are added to the sites every single day so that you can download them whenever you like.