If I delete my eSIM, will I lose my number?
No, deleting an eSIM off of your phone does not mean that you will also lose your phone number. Removing an eSIM only deletes the profile off of your phone (and doesn’t cancel the plan itself). Your phone number remains active with your carrier, as long as the plan hasn’t been cancelled or expired.
In fact, with some providers you can even reinstall the eSIM and continue using the same number, which just requires accessing your account via the app or website to download the profile.
Pay attention to timing. If your plan expires before you have a chance to reinstall it, it’s possible that you’ll lose access to that number or data plan. Just be sure to confirm the plan’s validity before attempting to reinstall. Removing an eSIM is reversible most of the time, just be sure to check with your provider’s guidelines.