How to install a Google Pixel eSIM

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How to install your Google Pixel eSIM from aloSIM

After you’ve purchased a eSIM data package from aloSIM, you will install your eSIM (digital SIM card) on your Google Pixel so it’s ready when you need it. It’s important to install your Google Pixel eSIM while you have a strong Wi-Fi or data connection.

step 1

Open aloSIM and choose your eSIM

Open your aloSIM app and log in (or log into your account on your Google Pixel by visiting alosim.com). Then choose “My eSIMs” in the bottom menu, select the eSIM you wish to install, and select “Install Your eSIM.”

Log into aloSIM > Select “My eSIMs” > Select the eSIM you want to install > Select “Install your eSIM”

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step 2

Scan your installation QR code

Scan the installation QR code provided in your aloSIM app, or share it to another device and scan it that way. If you can’t scan a QR code, view these instructions for manual eSIM installation.

Scan your aloSIM QR code from another device (it’s in your aloSIM app under “My eSIMs” if you select “Install Your eSIM)

How to install your Google Pixel eSIM from aloSIM _ Wait while your aloSIM eSIM downloads

step 3

Your aloSIM eSIM is now downloading and installing on your Google Pixel

Enjoy Google’s little animated doodles while your eSIM is downloaded and installed onto your Google Pixel. As the message says, it may take a few minutes.

Wait while your Google Pixel eSIM downloads and installs

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step 4

Recommended: Name your eSIM

Depending on your Google Pixel model, you may be asked if you want to name your eSIM. This is helpful if you plan on having multiple eSIMs installed on your Google Pixel, so can easily tell them apart.

RECOMMENDED: Name your eSIM

If this option doesn’t appear, that’s fine.

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step 5

Your Google Pixel eSIM has been installed!

Once your Google Pixel eSIM from aloSIM has finished installing, you’ll probably see a message like this that says “Download Finished,” and tells you to “Go to Settings to turn on this SIM.”

Your eSIM has been successfully installed!

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step 6

Ready to use your new data?

If your Google Pixel eSIM didn’t install correctly, please contact aloSIM Support via email (support@alosim.com), in-app chat, or live chat on aloSIM.com.

Once your Google Pixel eSIM has been successfully installed, it’s available for you whenever you’re ready to start using it. If this eSIM is for an international vacation, we’ll show you when (and how) to adjust each of your phone settings.

I’ll be using eSIM data with my regular phone number ON

I’ll be using eSIM data with my regular phone number OFF

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When do I install my eSIM on my Google Pixel?

Always make sure to install your Google Pixel eSIM when you have a strong Wi-Fi or data connection to avoid installation errors. (We never want anyone stuck without no data connection because they can’t install their eSIM over bad Wi-Fi.)

If you’ve bought a Google Pixel eSIM to use a prepaid data package on an upcoming international trip, we recommend you install your eSIM while you’re still at home so you can make sure it’s installed correctly before you leave the country.

When you’re hunting for a good deal and researching the best eSIM for international travel, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by your options.

What if I’m already travelling?

No problem! You can also install your Google Pixel eSIM when you’re already travelling internationally and you want to begin using eSIM data right away.

Just make sure you have a decent Wi-Fi or data connection while you install your Google Pixel eSIM (instructions below) so the process isn’t interrupted, because it’s better to just do it once and have it work.

Will my data package activate as soon as I install my Google Pixel eSIM?

Nope! eSIM installation is different from data package activation. If you’ve bought an eSIM data package for another country and you’re installing your eSIM while you’re still at home, your Google Pixel won’t be able to reach any of those networks, so there’s no risk of your data package activating automatically.

If you’ve bought an eSIM data package for the country you’re currently in, your Google Pixel still isn’t going to automatically activate your eSIM data package. You need to complete the activation steps before it can connect to a supported network.

Prefer to watch video instructions on how to install a Google Pixel eSIM?

Great! You can watch a five-minute video that walks through every step of installing your eSIM on a Google Pixel device, how to avoid roaming charges, how to call and text on vacation, and how to connect to data networks using your eSIM.

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Questions about using eSIM with your Google Pixel?

Our friendly aloSIM Technical Support team is available 24/7 via email (support@alosim.com) and live chat.