Need help on how to activate a SIM card on your cell phone? Activation is quick and the user can do it alone, but it’s important to research the operator’s coverage area, okay? This will avoid possible inconvenience in the future!
Each device has a different location where the chip is, so find yours and follow how to activate your new chip below. Oh! Don’t worry, if you have a cell phone with eSIM, a new type of chip that comes directly from the factory, I’ll also show you how to activate it!
How to activate a SIM card on your cell phone
- Insert the SIM card into the cell phone and restart the device;
- Wait to receive an SMS with your number;
- Then just contact your carrier;
- Call your carrier of choice and sign up for the plan to start using your new number.
How to activate an eSIM SIM card on your cell phone
Like any new technology, eSIM is not yet present in all devices, but to activate it, just follow the steps below.
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iPhone
- Go to “Settings”;
- Click on “Mobile”;
- Then “Add Cellular Plan”;
- Scan the QR Code provided by your operator;
- When the plan is detected just tap on “Add”.
android
The step by step may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but the steps are very similar.
- Go to “Settings” and then access the “SIM Cards” area;
- Choose the “SIM Card Management” option;
- Tap “Add Mobile Plan”;
- Scan the QR Code provided by your operator;
- When the plan is detected, click “Add”.
Easy, right? In about ten minutes you’ve activated the chip and added your plan! Stay tuned, I’ll be back soon with new tips!
