Install guide for eSIM on Samsung
Everything you need to install and activate your new eSimmer eSIM is within this step-by-step guide! Check your device is unlocked and eSIM-compatible, then follow your device-specific instructions below.
💡To help your eSIM setup, share these steps to another device, that way you can read and follow the steps side by side. Happy installing!
Get your eSIM going in a dash!
Step 1: Get Yourself Ready
- Ensure you are connected to a stable wi-fi or internet connection.
- Either print the QR code or share to another device.
Step 2: Install Your e SIM
- To start the eSIM install process, open Settings.
Select "Connections" > Tap "SIM (card) manager" - Now you’re on the SIM (card) manager screen.
Select "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan" - Grab the print-out or other device with your QR code.
Press "Add plan using QR code" and scan the code - If your Samsung device asks you to confirm your eSIM installation
Tap "Add" or "Continue" to begin the installation process - Once installed (takes 2-3 minutes), you’ll see your new travel eSIM in the list.
Your new travel eSIM will be automatically named "eSIM 1" or "eSIM 2"
Step 3: Activate Your eSIM
- Upon arrival at your destination, open Settings.
- Ensure your new travel eSIM is selected for Mobile Data.
Select "Connections" > Tap "SIM (card) manager" > Under "Preferred SIMs", press "Mobile data" and select your new travel eSIM - Turn on Data Roaming
Go back to "Connections" > Tap "Mobile networks" > Turn on "Data roaming" to activate your new travel eSIM
Turning ON your travel eSIM at your destination will connect you to the local network, activating your data plan to start from that day.
Please note that the method for installing an eSIM on your Google Pixel device can vary depending on the model and operating system version. We recommend you follow our 3-step QR code camera scan method above. Users seeking added visual guides or manual installations, refer to our instruction guide for installing an eSIM on your Samsung device.
Do you need further help?
eSIMs can be a little fiddly to figure out at first. If you need some additional assistance, here is a link to our Help Centre, or please don't hesitate to email - support@esimmer.com. We're here to help!