What is eSIM? How to Buy an eSIM Plan at FreedomPop

FreedomPop offers eSIM for our GSMA monthly calling plans. Select eSIM as your delivery method at checkout.

 

Table of Contents

• What is an eSIM?
• What important information do I need to know when selecting eSIM?
• Will my phone work with eSIM?
• eSIM-compatible phones
• How do I order an eSIM online?

What is an eSIM?

An eSIM is a digital replacement for the traditional physical SIM card.

With an eSIM:

• You can swiftly transfer your cellular plan or set up a new one online.
• Multiple eSIMs can be stored on a single device, allowing you to use two phone numbers simultaneously.

It enhances security, as there's no physical SIM for someone to remove if your phone is misplaced or stolen.

Getting started with eSIM means you can make calls, send messages, and browse the web seamlessly.

FreedomPop proudly offers eSIM compatibility with our iPhones and monthly calling plans. Visit our website at freedompop.com/plans and select "eSIM" when choosing a plan.

When purchasing an iPhone, you also have the option to select a calling plan with eSIM. While the phone will be shipped to your address, the eSIM plan details will be promptly sent to your email.

What important information do I need to know when selecting eSIM?

• eSIM is available on the FreedomPop Mobile GSMA network.
• eSIM for GSMT is not available.
• At this time, eSIM is available through an online purchase only.

Visit freedompop.com/plans to get started. 

Will my phone work with eSIM?

For eSIM compatibility, phones need to be carrier-unlocked.

On dual SIM phones:

• eSIM can serve as your sole cellular plan.
• Alternatively, you can use a physical SIM card for the primary plan and an eSIM for the secondary one.

However, dual SIM phones generally can only support one eSIM plan simultaneously. The exceptions are the Apple iPhone 13, 14, and 15 series.

 

eSIM-compatible phones:

iPhones starting from the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR series onward support eSIM.

Notably, the iPhone 14 and 15 series lack a physical SIM tray, meaning they exclusively rely on eSIM for activation.

Many of the latest flagship Android phones also support eSIM. Refer to the list below for specific eSIM-compatible devices and models. If your device needs to be listed, please revisit this list.

As eSIM technology continues gaining traction, we anticipate more devices will incorporate this feature in future updates.

How do I order an eSIM online?

Step 1: Begin by browsing FreedomPop's range of calling plans. We offer monthly plans starting at a mere $10/month and annual plans from just $5/month. Check them out at freedompop.com/plans.

Step 2: You'll be prompted to choose between an eSIM or a Physical SIM Card. If you need more clarification about your device's eSIM compatibility, just input your phone's brand (e.g., Apple, Samsung, HTC) followed by the model (e.g., iPhone 12, Galaxy S12, U20).

Step 3: After making your selections, you can checkout. Once your order is complete, you'll receive a confirmation code via email. This essential code encompasses your prepaid plan details and other order-related information. Safeguard this code.

Step 4: Time to activate your new line! Please allow 5 minutes before trying to activate your eSIM.

Visit freedompop.com/activate and critical in your confirmation code. During this stage, you can port your phone number from a different carrier or acquire a new one.

 

Step 5: Post activation, you'll be sent eSIM download guidelines. If you would like a detailed walkthrough on installing your eSIM, you can click here.