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Installation
Install eSIM on Android
How to set up your eSIM on Google Pixel and other Android devices.
Installing eSIM on Android
These instructions work for Google Pixel, Motorola, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and other Android devices with eSIM support. For Samsung, see the dedicated Samsung guide. Not sure if your device is compatible? Check our eSIM Supported Devices page.
Before You Begin
Verify your device supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked
Connect to Wi-Fi
Have your Smart Link, QR code, or manual codes ready
Method 1: Smart Link (Recommended)
1Open the Smart Link from your confirmation email on your Android device
2The system will detect the eSIM and open the installation prompt
3Tap Download or Add
4Wait for the profile to download
5Name the profile (e.g., "Simsima") and confirm
Method 2: QR Code
Google Pixel:
1Open Settings
2Tap Network & Internet
3Tap SIMs then the + icon
4Select Download a SIM instead?
5Scan the QR code
6Tap Confirm and wait for download
Other Android (Motorola, OnePlus, Xiaomi, etc.):
1Open Settings
2Go to Network & Internet (or SIM cards & mobile networks)
3Tap Add eSIM or +
4Choose Scan QR code
5Scan and confirm
Method 3: Manual Entry
1Follow the QR code steps above
2Instead of scanning, look for Can't scan? or Enter code manually
3Enter the SM-DP+ address and Activation Code from your email
4Confirm and wait for download
Activating for Travel
After installation:
1Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs
2Find your Simsima profile and tap it
3Toggle it ON
4Enable Mobile Data for this profile
5Turn on Roaming — this is required for international eSIMs
Switching Between SIMs
On most Android devices, you can quickly switch data SIMs:
Open Quick Settings (swipe down from top)
Look for the SIM/Network tile
Tap to switch which SIM handles data
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