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2. iPhone Setup & Guides (iOS) ๐Ÿ

Install, Activate, Connect Step-by-step setup instructions for iPhone users.

Install your eSIM on iPhone (iOS 26) via the Simify App

(Recommended if your iPhone is already updated to iOS 26). ๐Ÿ‘‰ Follow these steps directly from the Simify app:. Open the Simify app and go to My eSIMs. Select your eSIM and tap How to Install your eSIM. Choose Automatic. Tap View Installation Steps a

Install your eSIM on iPhone (iOS 26) via QR code

Things to know before you start:โœ… You'll need a stable Wi-Fi or mobile data connection๐Ÿ“… Install a few days before departure (Your eSIM won't fully activate until you're overseas)โœˆ๏ธ After installation, continue with the activation instructions once y

Install your eSIM on iPhone (iOS 26) Manual Install (LPA String)

Things to know before you start. โœ… You'll need a stable Wi-Fi or mobile data connection. ๐Ÿ“… Install a few days before departure (Your eSIM won't fully activate until you're overseas). โœˆ๏ธ After installation, continue with the activation instructions o

Activate your eSIM on iPhone (iOS 26) when you land in a covered country

Activation Instructions: (Activate when you land; no need for WiFi Connection to activate)Turn on your eSIM & Data Roaming. Open your "Cellular" or "Mobile Data" settings. Select your Simify eSIM and make sure it's turned on and data roaming is turne

Fix common iOS issues on iPhone (iOS 26) - Data Roaming, Mobile Data Switching OFF

Fix common iOS issues - Data Roaming, Mobile Data Switching OFF

Check data usage on iPhone (iOS 26) and Android

๐Ÿ“ฑ iPhone (iOS 16 and later). Go to Settings โ†’ Mobile Data. Scroll down to find Current Period Roaming. Note:ย This section only appears if your eSIM is turned on and set as your default line for mobile data. Make sure your eSIM is active for accurate

iMessage & FaceTime setup - avoid roaming charges on iPhone (iOS 26)

Planning to use iMessage while you travel? Good news โ€” itโ€™s free to use and works anywhere youโ€™ve got WiFi or mobile data. But if your settings arenโ€™t quite right, you could run into issues like messages not sending โ€” or worse, getting hit with unwan

How do I set up an eSIM on an iOS/Apple device?

Check out our step-by-step video tutorials on installing your eSIM below. How to manually install a Simify eSIM your Apple iPhoneHow to install a Simify eSIM on your Apple iPhone using QR codeHow to automatically install a Simify eSIM on your Apple i