Typically, it's best not to delete an eSIM because they can continue to be topped up (and cannot be restored once they've been deleted).

But there are times when you'll need to remove an eSIM because you have too many eSIMs installed and need to free up a slot for installing a new eSIM, or because you want to install a brand-new eSIM without confusing it with an old eSIM.

How to delete an eSIM on an iPhone or iPad:

1. Go to "Settings"

2. Choose "Cellular" or "Mobile"

3. Under "SIMs" or "Cellular Plans," select the eSIM you wish to remove

4. Scroll down to select "Delete eSIM" or "Remove Cellular Plan" or "Delete Mobile Plan"

How to delete an eSIM on a Google Pixel:

1. Go to "Settings"

2. Choose "Network & Internet" 

3. Select "Mobile Network"

4. Tap "Delete SIM"

How to delete an eSIM on a Samsung device:

1. Go to "Settings"

2. Choose "Connections"

3. Select "SIM card manager"

4. Disable the plan with the toggle switch

4. Tap "Remove" to delete the eSIM