Quick start guide - Android

Written by Destination Sim
Updated 12 February 2024

Quick start guide - Android

Once you've purchased your e-SIM, you will receive an email within approximately 10 minutes with setup instructions for both iPhone and Android.

Step 1: Is Your Phone Compatible?

Most new Android phones support eSIM, like Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Google Pixel 3+.

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Connections or Network & Internet.
3. Look for SIM card manager or SIMs.
4. See an option to Add eSIM or Add Mobile Plan? You're good to go!

Step 2: Buy Your eSIM

1. Pick your data plan.
2. Check your email for a QR code and activation details right after purchase.
3. Look for SIM card manager or SIMs.
4. You can also find the install instructions at https://destinationsim.com/manage-esims. Locate your eSIM and select Install eSIM, then select the Android instructions.

Step 3: Install Your eSIM

Option A: Scan the QR Code

1. Open the Camera on your phone.
2. Scan the QR code from your email.
3. Tap the pop-up and follow the instructions.
4. Turn Data Roaming ON in Settings.

Option B: Enter Details Manually

If you can't scan the QR code, manually enter the activation details from your email.

Samsung Galaxy eSIM Simple Setup

Step 1

Go to "Settings" → "Connections" → "SIM manager".

Step 2

Tap "Add eSIM" and your mobile plan will be automatically downloaded and activated on your eSIM.

• Samsung Galaxy Manual Install
  • Go to Settings → Connections → SIM card manager.
  • Tap Add Mobile Plan or Add eSIM → Enter Details Manually.
  • Enter the Activation Code and SM-DP Address provided in your email.
  • Note: The SM-DP Address is not a website. Don't try to visit it.

Google Pixel eSIM Simple Setup

Step 1

Go to "Settings" → "Network & internet"

Step 2

Tap "SIM's - Add a network"

Step 3

Tap "Download a new eSIM".

• Google Pixel Manual Install
  • Go to Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs > Add SIM.
  • Choose Use Activation Code and enter the code from your email.

Step 4: Enable Data Roaming & Adjust Data Saver

• Data Roaming: Turn ON to allow your phone to access mobile data when traveling internationally.
• Data Saver Mode: Turn OFF to ensure reliable connectivity. (Turning this setting on reduces background data use, which may limit your eSIM's performance. Meaning you save on data usage)

Step 5: Connect!

• Your phone should auto-connect (look for 4G/5G).
• If not, wait 15 minutes or check the troubleshooting tips.

Troubleshooting

• eSIM not activating? Restart your phone.
• Make sure Mobile Data and Data Roaming are ON.
• Double-check your APN settings