How to delete an eSIM

How to remove an eSIM (iPhone, Android, iPad) | Oracces

How to delete an eSIM

iPhone, Android, iPad & Apple Watch

This guide explains how to remove an eSIM from your device. Whether you're changing phones, selling your device, or no longer need your plan, follow these simple steps.

⚠️ WARNING - VERY IMPORTANT: Once deleted, the eSIM CANNOT be reinstalled. The QR code and activation link will no longer work. You will need to purchase a new eSIM if you delete this one by mistake.

Choose your device

📱

iPhone

iOS 16 and later

🤖

Android

Samsung, Google Pixel, etc.

📱

iPad

iPadOS 16 and later

⌚

Apple Watch

watchOS 9 and later

Why delete an eSIM?

📱 Device change

You buy a new phone and need to free up the eSIM from the old device.

💰 Sale or donation

You are selling or giving away your device and need to delete your personal data.

🔄 Reset

You are resetting your device and want to start from scratch.

❌ Package ended

Your plan has expired and you no longer need it.

🔧 Technical problem

You are experiencing a problem and support is asking you to uninstall and then reinstall.

🧹 Cleaning

You have several inactive eSIMs and want to clean them up.

💡 Before deleting: If you're changing phones, contact our support team first. In some cases, we can provide you with a new eSIM free of charge if your plan is still active.

How to remove an eSIM on an iPhone

1

Open Settings

On your iPhone, open the Settings app.

2

Access Cellular Data

Tap Cellular Data or Cellular .

⚙️ Settings

📶
Wi-Fi
›
📱
Cellular data
›
3

Select the eSIM to delete

You will see a list of your cellular plans. Tap on the Oracces line (or the name you gave your eSIM).

📱 Cellular data

📊
Primary SIM Main operator
›
🌍
Oracces eSIM - Travel
›
4

Cancel the cell phone plan

Scroll down and tap Remove Cellular Plan .

5

Confirm deletion

A confirmation message will appear. Read the warning carefully.

Press Delete to confirm.

⚠️

Cancel the plan?

This eSIM will be permanently removed from your iPhone. You will not be able to reinstall it.

✅ That's it! The eSIM has been removed from your iPhone. It no longer appears in your settings.

How to remove an eSIM on Android

The steps may vary slightly depending on your phone brand (Samsung, Google Pixel, etc.).

1

Open Settings

On your Android phone, open the Settings app.

2

Access Connections / Network

The route varies depending on the brand:

  • Samsung: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager
  • Google Pixel: Settings > Network & Internet > SIM cards
  • Other: Settings > Network > SIM cards
3

Select the eSIM to delete

You will see a list of your SIM cards. Tap on your Oracces eSIM .

📱 SIM card manager

📊
SIM 1 Main operator
›
🌍
Oracces eSIM eSIM - Activated
›
4

Remove the eSIM

Tap Delete , Erase , or the trash can icon (🗑️).

Note: On some devices, you will need to tap the three dots ⋮ to see the "Delete" option.

5

Confirm deletion

A confirmation message appears. Press Delete or OK to confirm.

⚠️

Remove the eSIM?

This eSIM will be permanently deleted. This action is irreversible.

✅ That's it! The eSIM has been removed from your Android phone.
📱 Samsung variants: On recent Samsung devices, you can also long press on the eSIM in the SIM card manager, then select "Delete".

How to remove an eSIM on an iPad

The procedure on iPad is identical to that of the iPhone.

1

Open Settings

On your iPad, open the Settings app.

2

Access Cellular Data

Tap Cellular Data .

3

Select the eSIM to delete

Press your Oracces line.

4

Remove the data plan

Scroll down and tap Delete data plan .

5

Confirm deletion

Press Delete in the confirmation window.

✅ It's finished! The eSIM has been removed from your iPad.

Turn off cellular on Apple Watch

⌚ Important Note: The Apple Watch does not have its own eSIM. It uses your iPhone's cellular plan via cellular pairing. To remove the cellular connection from your Apple Watch, simply turn it off or remove the eSIM from the paired iPhone.

Option 1: Disable cell phone (temporarily)

1

Open the Watch app on iPhone

On your iPhone, open the Watch app.

2

Turn off cell phone

Tap My Watch > Cellular , then turn off Cellular .

Option 2: Cancel the pairing (permanently)

1

In the Watch app on iPhone, tap All Watches .

2

Press the ⓘ next to your Apple Watch.

3

Tap Unpair Apple Watch .

⚠️ Important: Unpairing your Apple Watch will erase all data and disable cellular connectivity. Only do this if you are selling or giving away your watch.

What happens after deletion?

Immediately

  • The eSIM disappears from your settings
  • You no longer have access to the cellular network of this eSIM
  • Your remaining data is lost (non-refundable)
  • The QR code and activation link become invalid.

If you change your mind

  • ❌ You CANNOT reinstall the same eSIM
  • 💰 You will need to purchase a new eSIM
  • 📧 Contact our support team if your plan was still active - we can sometimes offer a goodwill gesture.

For your safety

  • If you sell your device, remember to also sign out of your Apple/Google account.
  • Perform a full reset of the device
  • Remove the device from your iCloud/Google account

Alternatives to removal

💡 Before permanently deleting, consider these options:

⏸️ Temporarily disable

Instead of deleting it, simply disable the eSIM in your settings. You can reactivate it later if needed.

🔄 Change your phone

Contact us before cancelling. We can help you transfer your active plan to your new phone.

🎁 Save for later

If your plan has a long expiry date, keep the eSIM installed but deactivated for a future trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Can I undo the deletion?

No. Once the eSIM is deleted, it's permanent. You cannot recover it.

❓ Can I reinstall the eSIM with the same QR Code?

No. Each QR code can only be used once. Once deleted, it becomes invalid.

❓ What should I do if I accidentally deleted the eSIM?

Contact our support team immediately. If your plan was active, we may be able to help you with a new QR code.

❓ Is deletion free?

Yes. Deleting an eSIM is free and instant. However, you will lose your remaining data.

❓ Should I remove the eSIM before selling my phone?

Yes, absolutely. Always remove the eSIM before selling or giving away your device to protect your data.

❓ How can I tell if my eSIM has been successfully deleted?

Check your settings. If the eSIM no longer appears in Cellular Data / SIM Card Manager, it has been successfully deleted.

❓ Will the eSIM be deleted if I reset my phone?

Yes. A factory reset automatically removes all eSIMs from the device.

Thank you for choosing Oracces!

See you soon for your next trips 🌍