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Install and activate an eSIM

Use the generated QR code or manual details to install your TalkONE eSIM.

8 minBeginner friendlyReviewed July 2026
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Preparation

Before you start

Have these ready
  • An eSIM-compatible phone
  • Wi-Fi access
  • The phone available during installation
Important

Most eSIM activation codes can only be installed once. Do not delete an active eSIM unless you are replacing it.

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Step 1

Open the eSIM setup

Open the service and select the eSIM action. Choose iOS or Android to see the correct short instructions.

Where to look

Use the highlighted Replace eSIM quick action on the Service overview screen. Confirm the surrounding service or account details match before you continue.

Open the eSIM setup: Replace eSIM quick action on the TalkONE Service overview screen
Step 1
Open the eSIM setupThe highlighted Replace eSIM quick action is the exact area to use.
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Step 2

Prepare the phone

Connect the phone to Wi-Fi. Keep this page open on another screen so the phone camera can scan the QR code.

Where to look

Use the highlighted replacement safety checks on the Replace eSIM screen. Confirm the surrounding service or account details match before you continue.

Prepare the phone: replacement safety checks on the TalkONE Replace eSIM screen
Step 2
Prepare the phoneThe highlighted replacement safety checks is the exact area to use.
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Step 3

Install the mobile plan

Use Add eSIM or Add mobile plan in the phone settings and scan the TalkONE QR code. If scanning is unavailable, use the displayed activation details.

Where to look

Use the highlighted current and replacement eSIM on the Replace eSIM screen. Confirm the surrounding service or account details match before you continue.

Install the mobile plan: current and replacement eSIM on the TalkONE Replace eSIM screen
Step 3
Install the mobile planThe highlighted current and replacement eSIM is the exact area to use.
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Step 4

Label and test the service

Give the plan a recognisable label, enable it for calls and data as required, then place a test call and turn Wi-Fi off to test mobile data.

Where to look

Use the highlighted Continue after verification on the Replace eSIM screen. Confirm the surrounding service or account details match before you continue.

Label and test the service: Continue after verification on the TalkONE Replace eSIM screen
Step 4
Label and test the serviceThe highlighted Continue after verification is the exact area to use.
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Finish

Check your work

You’re done when…

The phone shows mobile signal and the service can place a call or load a webpage without Wi-Fi.

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More help

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