Use this method if the camera on the target device isn't working and you can't scan the QR code. You'll need two values from the SimSIM app: the SM-DP+ address and the Activation code. Find them under My eSIMs → your plan → the three-dot menu → Show QR / Manual install.
📝 Note: An eSIM can only be installed on one device and cannot be shared or transferred to another phone.
Installing for someone else
Open the SimSIM app, navigate to the codes, and tap the share button to send them to the other person so they can type them into their device.
**On iPhone**
1. Open eSIM settings
On the target phone, go to Settings → Cellular (or Mobile Data). Tap Add eSIM.
2. Choose manual entry
Tap Use QR Code. On the next screen, select Enter Details Manually.
3. Enter the SM-DP+ address
Type or paste the SM-DP+ address exactly as shown in the app. Tap Next.
4. Enter the activation code
Type or paste the activation code. Leave the confirmation code field empty. Tap Next to start the download.
5. Confirm adding the eSIM
Tap Continue, then Add Cellular Plan. Installation takes a few minutes.
For detailed setup instructions, see the [iPhone installation guide](/hc/help/articles/en-install-esim-iphone).
**On Android**
1. Open SIM manager
On the target phone, go to Settings → Connections → SIM manager. Tap Add eSIM or the + button.
2. Choose manual entry
Select Enter activation code or Add using activation code, depending on the device.
3. Enter the SM-DP+ address and activation code
Enter the SM-DP+ address in the first field and the activation code in the second. Tap Connect or Confirm.
4. Confirm the installation
Tap Confirm when the plan details appear. Installation takes a few minutes — don't close the screen.
For detailed setup instructions, see the [Android installation guide](/hc/help/articles/en-install-esim-android).
Installing for yourself
In the SimSIM app, tap the copy button next to each field to copy the SM-DP+ address and activation code, then paste them in when prompted.
**On iPhone**
1. Open eSIM settings
Go to Settings → Cellular (or Mobile Data). Tap Add eSIM.
2. Choose manual entry
Tap Use QR Code. On the next screen, select Enter Details Manually.
3. Enter the SM-DP+ address
Type or paste the SM-DP+ address exactly as shown in the app. Tap Next.
4. Enter the activation code
Type or paste the activation code. Leave the confirmation code field empty. Tap Next to start the download.
5. Confirm adding the eSIM
Tap Continue, then Add Cellular Plan. Installation takes a few minutes.
For detailed setup instructions, see the [iPhone installation guide](/hc/help/articles/en-install-esim-iphone).
**On Android**
1. Open SIM manager
Go to Settings → Connections → SIM manager. Tap Add eSIM or the + button.
2. Choose manual entry
Select Enter activation code or Add using activation code, depending on your device.
3. Enter the SM-DP+ address and activation code
Enter the SM-DP+ address in the first field and the activation code in the second. Tap Connect or Confirm.
4. Confirm the installation
Tap Confirm when the plan details appear. Installation takes a few minutes — don't close the screen.
For detailed setup instructions, see the [Android installation guide](/hc/help/articles/en-install-esim-android).