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eSIM Activation Guide

How to install eSIM on supported DroidDesk devices.

eSIM can be installed only on devices with the eSIM Allowed label.

Before renting a device, make sure the selected phone supports eSIM and that eSIM is available in your rental plan.

eSIM availability by plan

1 Hour / 3heSIM installation is not available.
1 DayAvailable only if the additional eSIM option is paid.
1 WeekAvailable if the device has the eSIM Allowed label.

Important: choose the right device for eSIM

If you plan to install your own eSIM, we recommend choosing a device connected via Wi-Fi. This helps avoid losing connection to the phone during eSIM setup.

If the phone is using mobile SIM/eSIM for internet, installing your own eSIM may disable the current SIM/eSIM that provides the device connection. In this case, the phone may lose internet access and become unavailable.

eSIM limits

  • the phone can store up to 10 eSIM profiles in memory
  • only 2 SIM/eSIM profiles can be active at the same time
  • for using two SIM/eSIM profiles in parallel, Samsung S-series devices are recommended
  • on Samsung A-series and other non-S models, installing your eSIM may disable the current SIM/eSIM used for internet

For best results

  • choose a device with the eSIM Allowed label
  • choose a Wi-Fi-connected device if you want to avoid connection loss
  • choose Samsung S-series if you need two SIM/eSIM profiles active at the same time
  • if the phone already has 10 stored eSIM profiles, a new eSIM may not be added until an old profile is removed

How to install eSIM

Usually eSIM is added through Android settings:

Settings → Connections → SIM Manager → Add eSIM

You can install eSIM in two ways:

  1. Using a QR code
  2. Manual setup through SIM Manager

QR code installation

If you install eSIM using a QR code:

  1. 1Upload the QR code image to the phone.
  2. 2Reboot the device.
  3. 3After reboot, the QR code image should appear in the gallery.
  4. 4Open SIM Manager → Add eSIM.
  5. 5Choose QR code installation and select the QR image from the gallery.

Manual setup

If your eSIM provider gives manual activation details, use manual setup in SIM Manager.

You may need:

  • SM-DP+ Address
  • Activation Code
  • Confirmation Code, if required

If eSIM does not install

Contact support and send:

  • Device ID
  • your rental plan
  • screenshot of the error
  • eSIM provider name
  • eSIM country or region
Important: DroidDesk does not guarantee successful activation of third-party eSIM profiles. Activation depends on the eSIM provider, carrier, region, and activation rules.

FAQ

Is eSIM available on all devices?

No. eSIM is available only on devices with the eSIM Allowed label.

Can I install eSIM on the 1 Hour or 3 Hours plan?

No. eSIM installation is not available on 1 Hour and 3 Hours plans.

Can I install eSIM on the 1 Day plan?

Yes, but only if the additional eSIM option is paid.

Can I install eSIM on the 1 Week plan?

Yes, if the device has the eSIM Allowed label.

Which device should I choose for eSIM?

If you plan to install your own eSIM, we recommend choosing a device connected via Wi-Fi.

Why is Wi-Fi recommended?

If the phone uses mobile SIM/eSIM for internet, installing your own eSIM may disable the current SIM/eSIM used for connection. The phone may lose internet and become unavailable.

How many eSIM profiles can be stored on the phone?

The phone can store up to 10 eSIM profiles in memory. If this limit is reached, a new eSIM may not be added until an old profile is removed.

How many SIM/eSIM profiles can work at the same time?

Only 2 SIM/eSIM profiles can be active at the same time.

Which models are better for two SIM/eSIM profiles at the same time?

Samsung S-series devices are recommended for using two SIM/eSIM profiles in parallel.

What should I do after uploading the QR code to the phone?

Reboot the device so the QR code image appears in the gallery.

Can I install eSIM manually?

Yes. If your provider gives SM-DP+ Address and Activation Code, use manual setup through SIM Manager.

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