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SimSIM Help Center

SimSIM gives you mobile data through a digital eSIM. Choose a plan for your destination, install the eSIM on your phone, and use it as your travel data line. What you can do - Browse country and regional plans. - Check whether your device supports eSIM. - Install a purchased eSIM from the app. - Monitor data and validity. - Add data when your plan supports top-ups. - Get help with account, payment, and connection issues. SimSIM is data-only. Keep your regular SIM active for your phone number, calls, and SMS, and use SimSIM for mobile data. Start with a guide - How SimSIM works - Check device compatibility - Buy a plan - Install your eSIM - Troubleshoot a connection

How SimSIM works

1. Choose a plan Open Shop, search for a country or city, and compare the plans available for your destination. You can also browse regional plans. 2. Check your device Before you pay, use the device check and confirm that your phone supports eSIM and is not carrier-locked. 3. Install your eSIM After payment, open the purchased eSIM in My eSIMs and tap Install eSIM. You need Wi-Fi or another working connection during installation. You can also open the QR or manual installation details when needed. 4. Use SimSIM for data When you arrive, select SimSIM as your mobile data line and enable data roaming for that line. Keep your regular SIM for calls and SMS. 5. Manage the plan The eSIM details screen shows your remaining data, validity, network, package details, and available actions such as top-up or support.

Check device compatibility

Your phone needs both eSIM support and an unlocked status to use SimSIM. You can check your model against the full list of eSIM-compatible devices on our site. Check in the app 1. Open Shop and open the plan you want to buy. 2. Continue to the plan's checkout screen. 3. If the app confirms that your current device supports eSIM, a compatibility banner appears above the order details. 4. Tap the banner to open Check your device and review the result. 5. Confirm that your phone is not carrier-locked before completing the purchase. The app checks the device you are currently using. If the compatibility banner does not appear, use the manual checks below or contact support before buying. Check your carrier-lock status - On iPhone, open Settings → General → About and look for Network Provider Lock: No SIM restrictions. - On Android, open Settings → Connections → Mobile Networks and look for an unlocked status. Menu names vary by manufacturer. A carrier-locked phone may reject a SimSIM profile even when the model supports eSIM. Contact your mobile provider if the device shows a lock or restriction. ⚠️ Warning: Check compatibility before purchasing and installing. If you are unsure, contact support before you scan or install the eSIM.