How to Install an eSIM on Android – Step-by-Step Guide | Oracces

eSIM Installation Guide

Android Devices (Android 10+)

Welcome to Oracces! This guide walks you through every step to install your eSIM on your Android device. Installation only takes a few minutes and requires no technical expertise.

Before You Begin

Make sure the following conditions are met:

  • Your Android device is eSIM compatible
  • Android 10 or later is installed
  • You are connected to the internet (Wi-Fi recommended)
  • Your phone is not carrier-locked
  • You have received your Oracces activation email with the link or QR Code
📱 Check eSIM compatibility: Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Card Manager. If you see "Add mobile plan" or "Add eSIM", your device is compatible.
💡 Important: The eSIM can only be installed once. Make sure to follow all steps carefully before starting the installation.

Compatible Android devices (examples):

Samsung: Galaxy S20 and later, Galaxy Z Flip/Fold (all generations), Galaxy Note 20+
Google: Pixel 3 and later (all models)
Other brands: Oppo Find X3 Pro+, Huawei P40+, Motorola Razr+, Sony Xperia (recent models)

Method 1: Installation via Link (Recommended)

Method 2: Installation via QR Code

If you prefer to use a QR Code or if the link does not work, follow these steps:

1

Open Settings

Open the Settings app on your Android phone.

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Settings App

Gear icon

2

Access Network options

The path may vary depending on your phone brand:

  • Samsung: Settings > Connections > SIM Card Manager
  • Google Pixel: Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs
  • Other brands: Settings > Network & Internet > SIM cards or Mobile

⚙️ Settings

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Wi-FiOracces-WiFi
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ConnectionsMobile networks and SIM cards
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Notifications
3

Add a mobile plan

Look for and tap:

  • "Add mobile plan"
  • or "Add eSIM"
  • or "Add carrier"

📱 SIM Card Manager

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SIM Card 1Primary carrier
Add mobile planDownload an eSIM
4

Scan the QR Code

  • Select "Scan QR code"
  • Point your camera at the QR Code received by email
  • Wait for the QR Code to be automatically detected
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Point your camera at the QR Code

Automatic detection

💡 Tip: If you have difficulty scanning, increase the screen brightness and make sure the QR Code is fully visible and not cropped.
5

Activate the plan

  • Tap "Download" or "Activate"
  • Wait while the eSIM profile downloads (30 to 60 seconds)
  • Tap "OK" or "Done" when activation is complete
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Activation in progress

Configuring your Oracces eSIM plan

This may take up to 60 seconds

Method 3: Manual Installation

If neither the link nor the QR Code works, use the manual method:

1

In Settings > Connections > SIM Card Manager, tap Add mobile plan.

2

Select "Enter activation code" or "Enter manually".

3

Enter the information provided in your email:

Field Information
SM-DP+ Address Provided in your email
Activation Code Code provided in your email
Confirmation Code If required, code provided in your email
4

Tap "Add" or "Next" and wait for activation.

Post-Installation Setup

Once your eSIM is installed, you will need to configure it to use it:

Rename your eSIM

To better identify your Oracces plan:

  • Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Card Manager
  • Tap your new eSIM
  • Select SIM card name or Rename
  • Choose a name (e.g. Oracces Travel)

Enable Mobile Data

To use the internet with your eSIM:

  • In Settings > Connections > SIM Card Manager
  • Select Mobile data
  • Choose your Oracces line
  • Enable Mobile data

Enable Roaming

⚠️ Important: Roaming must be enabled to use your Oracces eSIM abroad.
  • Go to Settings > Connections > Mobile networks
  • Select your Oracces line
  • Enable Data roaming or Roaming
📱 Samsung note: On Samsung devices, you can also access these settings via Settings > Connections > Data usage > Data roaming.

Verify Everything Works

To make sure your eSIM is properly installed:

  • Check that the Oracces carrier name appears at the top of your screen
  • Turn off Wi-Fi and try to open a website
  • Check your data usage in Settings
  • Signal bars should be visible
✅ Everything works! You can now enjoy your internet connection with Oracces.

Common Issues and Solutions

❌ The eSIM does not activate

Solutions to try:

  • Check that you have a stable internet connection (Wi-Fi)
  • Restart your phone
  • Make sure your phone is not carrier-locked
  • Verify that your device is eSIM compatible
  • Contact our support if the problem persists

📶 No network or mobile data

Check the following:

  • Data roaming is enabled for your Oracces line
  • Mobile data is enabled
  • The Oracces eSIM line is selected as the data SIM
  • Airplane mode is disabled
  • Your plan still has data available
  • Try manually selecting a network carrier

📷 QR Code won't scan

Try these solutions:

  • Increase the brightness of the screen displaying the QR Code
  • Clean your camera lens
  • Make sure the QR Code is complete and not cropped
  • Hold your phone approximately 20–30 cm from the QR Code
  • Use the manual installation method

⚠️ Error message "Unable to download"

This message may appear if:

  • The QR Code or link has already been used (an eSIM can only be installed once)
  • Your device does not support eSIM
  • The eSIM profile is invalid or expired
  • Your internet connection is unstable

🔄 eSIM is installed but won't connect

Solutions:

  • Restart your phone
  • Toggle Airplane mode on and off
  • Check that the APN is correctly configured (usually automatic)
  • Manually select a network: Settings > Connections > Mobile networks > Network operators