How do I install eSIM on my iPhone or iPad?
When you're ready to install your new aloSIM eSIM on any compatible iOS device (iPhone or iPad), you'll have a few choices: QR code eSIM installation, Manual eSIM installation, and possibly even Automatic eSIM installation that will walk you through everything (depending on your device and operating system).
QR code eSIM installation:
1. Select the eSIM you want to install
2. Select "Install Your eSIM"
3. Share the QR code to another device so you can scan it
4. Tap the blue button to add your new cellular plan
5. Label your plan so you can identify it later
6. You may be asked to choose your Default Line for calls and messages (This will be your usual phone number, if you plan on making calls and sending texts while you're away.)
7. You may be asked to choose your Default Line for iMessage and FaceTime
8. You may be asked to choose which line to use for Cellular Data (This will be aloSIM, if you're ready to start using your new data.)
Make sure the APN is set to "alosim." Read more about double-checking your APN settings.
Nicely done! 😊 Remember that eSIMs can only be installed once, on a single device, and eSIMs should not be deleted even after your package expires (because you may want to top it up someday).
How to start using your aloSIM data:
1. Open “Settings” on your iPhone or iPad
2. Go to "Cellular"
3. Under Cellular Plans, select your aloSIM data plan
4. Toggle "Turn On This Line" to ON
5. Make sure "Data Roaming" is ON for your aloSIM plan so we can connect you to the best local network
6. If you have a Primary data plan from a regular provider, go to Cellular Plans, select your Primary data plan, and make sure "Data Roaming" is OFF so you don't rack up roaming charges on your monthly carrier bill
7. Now it's time to make sure aloSIM will be your only source of data. Tap "Cellular Data"
8. Select your aloSIM data plan
9. If you have a Primary data plan, make sure "Allow Cellular Data Switching" is OFF so your device only uses your aloSIM data (and doesn't try to use your home plan)
That's it!
And whenever you want to switch back to using your Primary data plan, just repeat steps 7-9 and choose "Primary" under Cellular Data instead.
If you have any problems installing your eSIM plan on your iPhone or iPad, please email support@alosim.com or click the "Chat" bubble to speak with us directly. (Live chat is available 9-5 EST Monday through Friday.)
If you'd rather in stall your eSIM manually, here's how to do that ...
Manual eSIM installation:
1. Open “Settings” on your iPhone or iPad
2. Select “Cellular,” then “Add Cellular Plan”
3. Choose the manual installation option
4. Paste in your eSIM's SM-DP address
5. Paste in your eSIM's Activation Code
6. Tap the blue button to add your new cellular plan
7. Label your plan so you can identify it later
8. You may be asked to choose your Default Line for calls and messages (This will be your usual phone number, if you plan on making calls and sending texts while you're away.)
9. You may be asked to choose your Default Line for iMessage and FaceTime
10. You may be asked to choose which line to use for Cellular Data (This will be aloSIM, if you're ready to start using your new data.)
Make sure the APN is set to "alosim." Read more about double-checking your APN settings.
Nicely done! 😊 Remember that eSIMs can only be installed once, on a single device, and eSIMs should not be deleted even after your package expires (because you may want to top it up someday).
How to start using your aloSIM data:
1. Open “Settings” on your iPhone or iPad
2. Go to "Cellular"
3. Under Cellular Plans, select your aloSIM data plan
4. Toggle "Turn On This Line" to ON
5. Make sure "Data Roaming" is ON for your aloSIM plan so we can connect you to the best local network
6. If you have a Primary data plan from a regular provider, go to Cellular Plans, select your Primary data plan, and make sure "Data Roaming" is OFF so you don't rack up roaming charges on your monthly carrier bill
7. Now it's time to make sure aloSIM will be your only source of data. Tap "Cellular Data"
8. Select your aloSIM data plan
9. If you have a Primary data plan, make sure "Allow Cellular Data Switching" is OFF so your device only uses your aloSIM data (and doesn't try to use your home plan)
That's it!
And whenever you want to switch back to using your Primary data plan, just repeat steps 7-9 and choose "Primary" under Cellular Data instead.
If you have any problems installing your eSIM plan on your iPhone or iPad, please email support@alosim.com or click the "Chat" bubble to speak with us directly. (Live chat is available 9-5 EST Monday through Friday.)