eSIM Tips

How to install your eSIM on iPhone and Android

A complete setup guide with practical steps for activation, roaming, and first-time use.

How to install your eSIM

How to Set Up the Quantroam eSIM on iOS

1

Purchase & Prepare

Before you begin, ensure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection and your device is not in Airplane Mode.

  • Create an account and purchase your data package.
  • Check your email for the activation QR code.
2

Install the eSIM

Go to Settings → Cellular (or Mobile Data) and tap Add eSIM.

Option A: Scan QR Code (Recommended)

Select "Use QR Code" and scan the code provided in your email.

Option B: Manual Entry

If you can't scan the code, select "Enter Details Manually" and copy the values from your email.

3

Configure Settings

Label your new eSIM as Quantroam for easy identification.

  • Default Voice Line: Select your Primary SIM.
  • Cellular Data: Select Quantroam.
  • Data Roaming: Turn ON for Quantroam. Turn OFF for your Primary SIM to avoid charges.

How to Set Up the Quantroam eSIM on iOS 18 and earlier

1

Purchase & Prepare

Ensure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection and your device is not in Airplane Mode.

  • Create an account and purchase your plan.
  • Have your QR code ready.
2

Install the eSIM

Go to Settings → Mobile / Cellular.

Option A: Scan QR Code

Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code" and scan the code from your email.

Option B: Manual Entry

Tap "Add eSIM" → "Enter Details Manually" and paste the details.

3

Activate Data

Go to Settings → Mobile / Cellular → Cellular Data and select Quantroam.

  • Turn Data Roaming ON for the Quantroam eSIM.
  • Turn Data Roaming OFF for your Primary SIM.

How to Set Up the Quantroam eSIM on Android

Note: Menu names may vary slightly by device (Samsung, Pixel, etc.).

1

Purchase & Prepare

Ensure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection.

  • Create an account and buy your plan.
  • Have your QR code ready (in your email).
2

Install the eSIM

Go to Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs and tap Add eSIM (or "Download a SIM").

Option A: Scan QR Code

Select "Scan QR code" and scan the code from your email.

3

Activate Data

  • Go to Mobile Data and select Quantroam.
  • Turn Data Roaming ON for the Quantroam eSIM.
  • Turn Data Roaming OFF for your Primary SIM.

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