After you check your iPhone is eSIM compatible and carrier unlocked, you can prepare to install an eSIM. 


For successful installation and setup of your eSIM, you should have a stable internet connection, preferably WiFi.


With iPhone 13 and later, you can use either two active eSIMs or a physical SIM and an eSIM. For more information about using multiple eSIMs, check out How Many eSIMs Can I Install and Use at the Same Time?


1. Install eSIM

There are two ways you can install a Textr eSIM on iPhone or iPad. You can choose either QR code eSIM installation or Manual eSIM installation.



1.1 Getting Started

Before getting started to install, we recommend finding your eSIM QR code or Manual Input information in your Textr eSIM account.


Login to Textr eSIM App or Website

Select My Data Plans

Select a data plan in the Valid Tab

Select Install eSIM and Access Data in eSIM Profile Tab

Choose either QR Code or Manual Input to install



1.2.1 Install eSIM via QR Code

If you want to install your eSIM via the QR code, print it or display it on another device, then follow the steps below to complete the process.


Go to iPhone’s Settings

Select Cellular

Select Add eSIM


Select Use QR Code

Place Textr eSIM QR Code in the frame

Click Continue to install eSIM


It may take a few minutes to install eSIM on your phone.


1.2.2 Install eSIM via Manual Input

If you prefer to install via Manual Input, have your Activation Code ready and follow the steps below to complete the process.


Go to iPhone’s Settings

Select Cellular

Select Add eSIM


Select Use QR Code

Click Enter Details Manually

Paste in Activation Code and Continue



Same as installing via QR Code, it may take a few minutes to install eSIM on your phone.


1.3 Label Your eSIM as Textr eSIM


If you step in here, you should have successfully installed your eSIM. Now, you can leave it "Textr eSIM" or label it with a custom name.


Go to iPhone’s Settings

Select Cellular

Select the eSIM you just installed

Select Cellular Plan Label on the top

Label eSIM with Textr eSIM or any custom name you like



2. Access Data on Your Travel Destination

If you are setting up eSIM before your trip, disable your eSIM until you arrive at your destination. After arriving at your destination, you can activate your data plan and access data. Follow the steps below.


Go to iPhone’s Settings

Select Cellular

Tap on the eSIM you’ve installed

Toggle on Turn On This Line

Enable Data Roaming of this eSIM

Select Cellular Data in Cellular

Select the eSIM you enabled



It may take up to 10 minutes to connect and activate the plan.

Now you should be able to access the most stable local network and stay connected with your loved one!


If you want to stop consuming data with Textr eSIM, you can turn off Data Roaming and disable the Line anytime.


Got questions? Feel free to contact us via esim.support@textrapp.com we are here to help you.