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1. eSIM
    • Is there an eSIM App for Apple iOS and Android devices?

      Yes. The 1Sim eSIM app is available at:

      Get it on Google Play



      These apps allow for much easier management of eSIM data plans.

      To connect your eSIM app to your existing web account at www.onesimcard.com, please complete the following simple steps:

      1. Install eSIM app

      2. Log in to the eSIM app using email and password for your current online OneSimCard account

      That is all. You will be able to see the device connected to your web account in the MY SIM Cards menu of your account at www.OneSimCard.com

      Customers who ordered an eSIM directly from the eSIM app do not need to connect the app and their online account at OneSimCard.com as they are already connected.


2. eSIM
    • Do you offer an eSIM option for iPhones, Androids or Tablets?

      Yes. The OneSimCard eSIM option is available for use with iOS and Android phones, smart watches and even Windows tablets.

      eSIM is not a physical SIM, but rather a program that can be downloaded to eSIM compatible phones and device.

      The list of supported devices includes:

      iOS:
      • iPhone 15 Pro Max
      • iPhone 15 Pro
      • iPhone 15 Plus
      • iPhone 15
      • iPhone 14 Pro Max
      • iPhone 14 Pro
      • iPhone 14 Plus
      • iPhone 14
      • iPhone 13 Pro Max
      • iPhone 13 Pro
      • iPhone 13 mini
      • iPhone 13
      • iPhone 12 Pro Max
      • iPhone 12 Pro
      • iPhone 12 mini
      • iPhone 12
      • iPhone 11 Pro Max
      • iPhone 11 Pro
      • iPhone 11
      • iPhone XS
      • iPhone XS Max
      • iPhone XR
      • iPhone SE 3 (2022)
      • iPhone SE 2 (2020)


      Apple iPad models with an eSIM:

      • iPad Pro 11" (1st Gen or later)
      • iPad Pro 12.9" (3rd Gen or later)
      • iPad Air (3rd Gen or later)
      • iPad (7th Gen or later)
      • iPad mini (5th Gen or later)

      Android:
      • Arrows A101 FC
      • Fairphone 4
      • Google Pixel Fold
      • Google Pixel 8 Pro
      • Google Pixel 8
      • Google Pixel 7a
      • Google Pixel 7 Pro
      • Google Pixel 7
      • Google Pixel 6 Pro
      • Google Pixel 6
      • Google Pixel 6a
      • Google Pixel 5
      • Google Pixel 4
      • Google Pixel 4a
      • Google Pixel 4 XL
      • Honor Magic 4 Pro
      • Honor Magic 5 Pro
      • Huawei P40
      • Huawei P40 Pro
      • Huawei Mate 40 Pro
      • Motorola RAZR 40 Ultra
      • Motorola EDGE 40 Pro
      • Motorola G53 5G
      • Motorola G52J 5G
      • Motorola G53J 5G
      • Nokia XR21
      • Nokia G60
      • Nokia X30
      • Nuu X5
      • Oppo Find X3
      • Oppo Find X3 Pro
      • Oppo Find X5
      • Oppo Find X5 Pro
      • Oppo Find N2 Flip
      • Oppo Reno 5 A
      • Oppo A55s
      • Oppo Reno6 Pro 5G
      • Rakuten Hand 5G
      • Rakuten Mini
      • Rakuten Big‑S
      • Rakuten Big
      • Samsung Galaxy A54 5G
      • Samsung Galaxy Fold
      • Samsung Galaxy Note20
      • Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra
      • Samsung Galaxy S23
      • Samsung Galaxy S23+
      • Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
      • Samsung Galaxy S22
      • Samsung Galaxy S22+
      • Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
      • Samsung Galaxy S21 5G
      • Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G
      • Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
      • Samsung Galaxy S20
      • Samsung Galaxy S20+
      • Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G Fold
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
      • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
      • Sharp Aquos R8 Pro
      • Sharp Aquos Sense 7
      • Sharp Aquos Sense 4 lite
      • Sony Xperia 10 III Lite
      • Sony Xperia 1 IV
      • Sony Xperia 5 IV
      • Sony Xperia 10 IV
      • Sony Xperia 1 V
      • Sony Xperia 5 V
      • Sony Xperia 10 V
      • Xiaomi 12T Pro
      • Xiaomi 13
      • Xiaomi 13 Pro
      • Xiaomi 13 Lite

      Windows 10:
      Acer Swift 7, ASUS NovaGo, HP Envy x2, Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 630, Lenovo Yoga 630, Microsoft Surface Pro X/Go 2/Pro with LTE Advanced.

      Learn more about eSIM compatibility on the eSIM page.

       Note: iPhonesmanufactured for the Chinese Market have 2 physical SIM card slots and are not eSIM capable. Pixel 3a can't use eSIM if the phone was purchased in Japan, or if bought with Verizon or Charter service.
3. Ordering Questions
    • Is a micro-SIM or Nano-SIM version of OneSimCard available for the Apple iPhone 4/4S, 5/5C,5S, 6, 6S, 7, 8, X, iPads and other devices?

      We now offer SIM cards in universal sizes, where the SIM card contains all 3 sizes - Mini, Micro and Nano. Simply select the needed SIM version in the shopping cart.

       

4. Troubleshooting Questions
    • I have an Apple iPhone. When I dial following your instructions it does not work. What's wrong?

      This reply does not apply to OneSimCard Europe & More SIM or newer SIM cards purchased after January 2017.
      Older SIM cards might require entering the compatibility code on your  iPhone.

      How to activate compatibility mode:

       1. Locate OneSimCard Menu.

       On iPhones it is called SIM Applications menu and is located under Settings- Phone menu

      1. Open "OneSimCard" menu ( SIM Applications)
      2. Select "Settings
      Newer SIM Cards: Select Compatibility option and make sure "On" is selected
      Older SIM Cards: After selecting Settings:
      1. Agree with message by pressing "Yes"
      2. Dial digits "1101" and select "OK" (Screen will show "CC OptionX: ON" message)

      Bear in mind that if you have powered your telephone down, and have removed and reinstalled the battery, you will need to follow the programming steps outlined above, again.


      We strongly recommend you to watch very short video tutorials for iPhone that will help you to understand how to make calls, SMS and data on your OneSimCard iPhone.
      If your phone is not Jail-Broken, you still can use OneSimCard Assist app available from iTunes. This app will help you to dial numbers properly by correcting mis-dialed numbers and will allow easy access to OneSimCard functions like checking balance, recharging your SIM, activating discounts and others.

      These videos are available in the Help Menu of your OneSimCard Portal. You need to log in to your OneSimCard account first and then proceed to the Help Menu to be able to access these videos.

      Again, this is for older SIM Cards. Newer SIM cards do not require entering any codes in iPhone or other types of phones.
5. Troubleshooting Questions
    • I have an iPhone and am receiving charges for SMS sent to a UK mobile number 447786205094. Why?

      This is a known issue with Apple's Facetime and iMessage applications on Apple iPhone  devices. We recommend disabling Facetime and iMessage so it will not be able to automatically send SMS to this 447786205094 number. Any SMS sent to this number automatically by your phone can not be refunded by OneSimCard. Additional questions regarding iPhone applications and how they communicate should be directed to Apple Support.
      You can learn more on the Apple Support web site:
      https://discussions.apple.com/thread/5968824
6. eSIM
    • Can I use Facetime, WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, iMessage, and other messaging Apps with eSIM?

      Yes, you can use your messaging apps with eSIM World, which now offers a mobile number ID. 

      For DataMax eSIM, you can use these Apps as you already do. Please ensure your messaging account is already setup with your primary carrier’s phone number because you cannot sign up for these services with the DataMax eSIM number.

      Additionally, the eSIM data service can be used for the actual data part of your communications. So, when you are installing eSIM on phone, you can select the Primary service for Facetime and iMessage and then if your selected eSIM to be your primary data service, the communications will go over eSIM mobile data.

7. OneSim VoIP
    • Why can't I receive phone calls and SMS on my Android phone when the screen is off?

      Newer Android OS versions have settings that do not allow apps to run in the background by default. This means that you will get an SMS or a phone call only while your phone display is ON. Once the  phone goes to sleep, the app will get deactivated.

      To fix this, you need to make a change in your phone's battery optimization settings:

      Settings -> Apps and notifications -> See All Apps -> 1SimVoIP -> Advanced -> Battery -> Don't Optimize

      The settings path may slightly differ depending on the phone model, but usually it is located in the  App's Battery menu.
8. How To Use Questions
    • Is there a mobile app that will let me recharge my account and other services?

      Yes! Our myOneSim app for the iPhone devices will let you easily access many account services, such as recharging your account, checking voicemail, ordering discount voice and text plans, and much more. MyOneSim is available for download from the App store. Find more information in the Help section of your online account.

       

      DataMax SIM cards can't be managed by myOneSim app at this time

9. OneSim VoIP
    • What is required to use the OneSim VoIP mobile application?

      OneSimCard VoIP requires you to order a compatible Personal Extra Number (PEN). Most of the PENs we offer are OneSim VoIP enabled. You also need to have an Android phone with software version 8 or higher, or Apple device (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch) with iOS 6.1 or higher.

      Once you have an active OneSim VoIP enabled PEN, you will be able to see the option to create a OneSim VoIP account in the My SIM Cards menu of your online account. NB: YOU MUST create the 1SIM VoIP account in your account online on the "My SIM Cards" menu. Simply purchasing a PEN and  downloading the mobile app DOES NOT create the VoIP account.

10. How To Use Questions
    • There is no OneSimCard Menu (SIM Toolkit) in my Android phone. How can I fix this?

      Some recent Android upgrades to versions 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 have a bug causing the OneSimCard Menu, labeled as SIM Toolkit, to be disabled.

      If you do not see the SIM Toolkit app in your Android phone, please try doing the following:

      Go to Settings>Security>Other Security Settings>Setup SIM Card Lock>Lock SIM Card. It will ask for the default SIM PIN. Enter 0000. Power off the phone and turn it back on. The SIM Toolkit app will then become available, though it might take 1-2 minutes for the phone to display it.

      On Android version 5.1 go to Settings > SIM Cards > SIM Toolkit

      Once you have access to the SIM Toolkit, select it, scroll down to Settings, enter 1101 and press confirm. Your phone will now be able to dial normally.

      For eSIM cards, make certain that your eSIM is enabled.

       

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