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).