Activate eSIM on Android

Requirements

• Compatible Android device (Google Pixel 3+, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Motorola Razr, etc.)
• Android 10 or later (Android 13+ recommended)
• Stable Wi-Fi connection during activation
• Your device must be carrier unlocked

Method 1: Scan QR Code (Google Pixel)

1. Open Settings
2. Tap Network & Internet
3. Tap SIMs → Add SIM (or +)
4. Tap Download a SIM instead?
5. Tap Next and scan the QR code from your confirmation email
6. Wait for the eSIM profile to download and tap Confirm
7. Enable the new eSIM and set it as your data SIM

Method 1: Scan QR Code (Samsung Galaxy)

1. Open Settings
2. Tap Connections → SIM Manager
3. Tap Add eSIM
4. Tap Scan QR code from service provider
5. Scan the QR code from your confirmation email
6. Tap Confirm to add the plan
7. Enable the eSIM and set it as your mobile data SIM

Method 2: Manual Entry (All Android Devices)

1. Go to your eSIM settings (see steps above for your device)
2. Instead of scanning, look for Enter activation code or Enter code manually
3. Enter the full LPA string from your confirmation email:
   Format: LPA:1$SM-DP_ADDRESS$ACTIVATION_CODE
4. Tap Next or Confirm
5. Wait for the download to complete

After Installation

1. Go to Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs (or Connections → SIM Manager on Samsung)
2. Select your new eSIM
3. Turn on Mobile Data and Data Roaming
4. Set the eSIM as your preferred data SIM if prompted
5. You're connected!

Troubleshooting

• QR code won't scan? Use the manual entry method with the LPA string from your email
• "Add eSIM" option not available? Your device may not support eSIM, or it may be carrier-locked
• No service after activation? Toggle Airplane Mode on/off, ensure Data Roaming is enabled, and restart
• Download failed? Check your Wi-Fi connection, restart the device, and try again
• Samsung: Can't find SIM Manager? Try Settings → search for "SIM Manager"