Getting started — what to do after activation
Last updated: April 3, 2026
Once your plan is active and your eSIM is installed, here's what to check to make sure everything is set up correctly.
1. Confirm your eSIM is the active data line
If your device has more than one SIM, make sure your new eSIM is set as the default for mobile data:
iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Cellular Data → select your new line
Android / Samsung: Settings → Network & internet → SIM cards → set the new eSIM as the preferred data SIM
2. Check calls and texts are routing correctly
If you want to use this number for calls and SMS:
iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Default Voice Line → select your new eSIM
Android: Settings → SIM card manager → set the new eSIM as preferred for calls and SMS
3. Test your connection
- Make a test call or send a test message
- Open a website or app to confirm mobile data is working
- If you have Wi-Fi enabled, temporarily turn it off to confirm data is coming through the eSIM and not Wi-Fi
4. Set up voicemail
If your plan includes voicemail, you'll need to set it up the first time:
5. Explore your plan details
Open the app to see your data allowance, renewal date, and billing information:
If anything is not working after following these steps, the troubleshooting articles below cover the most common issues.
This article doesn't cover:
eSIM not connecting → My eSIM has no mobile data or is not connecting
No service at all → I don't have service or connectivity
Calls or texts not working → Calls or texts not working