How to install a Google Pixel 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”

As a Google Pixel user, you’ll see two eSIM installation methods: QR code and Manual. We recommend “QR Code,” where you’ll share your QR to a nearby device so you can scan it in a minute.

Share or screenshot your QR code (or view these instructions for manual eSIM installation)

Now it’s time to go into your Google Pixel device settings to install your eSIM. Go to “Settings” and then select “Network & internet,” which is where you manage mobile, Wi-Fi, and hotspot settings.

Go to “Settings” > Select “Network & internet”

Your Google Pixel might have a SIM card already, or the eSIM you’re about to install might be its only SIM. Either way, you’ll look under “SIMs” and tap to add a new network or SIM.

“Settings” > “Network & internet” > “SIMs” > Add a new network

Your Google Pixel may prompt you to insert a SIM card now, but you’ll want to tap the option below that says “Download a SIM instead.” If it asks to continue or asks for permission to download a SIM, tap “Next” or “Yes” to approve the eSIM installation.

“Settings” > “Network & internet” > “SIMs” > “Download a SIM instead” > Approve the eSIM installation

Your Google Pixel might ask you to choose the network of your new SIM. (It’s assuming you’re standing in a retail store, setting up a brand-new phone for the first time.) Instead of choosing a network, scroll down to the bottom and select “Use a different network.”

If prompted to choose a network, scroll down and tap “Use a different network.”

Depending on whether or not your device already has an existing SIM, your Google Pixel may ask if you would like to have 2 active SIMs, or continue using just 1 SIM at a time.

If you plan on using aloSIM right away, tap “Yes.” 

If you won’t be using aloSIM yet, tap “No thanks.”

Remember earlier, when you shared your QR code to another device? Well, now’s the time to scan that QR code and confirm you want to download the eSIM from aloSIM.

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

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

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.

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!

If you have completed the steps above, but 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.

Need help? aloSIM’s Support team is available 24/7 if you have questions about any part of the Google Pixel eSIM installation process.

Now that 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