Installing an eSIM on your Google Pixel is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to activate your GitSim eSIM profile quickly and use it for data while keeping your regular number for calls and texts.

Travel timeline

1. Today — Install your eSIM

   • Install your GitSim eSIM while on reliable Wi‑Fi.
   • Seeing “Installing…” or “Activating…” at home is normal. Most travel eSIMs only finish activating after you arrive.

2. Just before you travel

   • Turn Data roaming OFF on your original SIM.
   • In Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs, select GitSim for Mobile data.

3. When you land

   • Turn Airplane mode OFF and wait a moment; you may need to restart once.
   • In Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs, ensure the GitSim eSIM line is ON.
   • Turn ON Data roaming for GitSim.
   • Your data package is valid for 30 days after first use.

4. Need more data?

   • Top up from your GitSim account or contact support for a quick add‑on.

5. Back home / after your trip

   • Switch Mobile data back to your original SIM if you like.
   • GitSim eSIMs are typically one‑time use; buy a new eSIM for your next trip.
   • Keep the old eSIM disabled; delete only if support advises.

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Before You Start

Make sure your Pixel phone:

• Is unlocked (not carrier-locked).
• Is running the latest Android version.
• Has internet access via Wi-Fi or mobile data.
• Supports eSIM (Pixel 3 and newer models typically do).

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Step-by-Step Installation (Google Pixel)

Step 1: Open Network Settings

• Go to Settings → Network & Internet.

  

Step 2: Go to SIMs

• Tap SIMs (or Mobile network on some versions).

  

Step 3: Add the eSIM

• Tap + Add SIM (or Add mobile network / Download a SIM (eSIM) instead).

• If prompted to confirm using an eSIM, tap Continue or Next.

  

Step 4: Activate Your eSIM

Option A: Scan QR Code (Recommended)

• Choose Scan carrier QR code.
• Point the camera at your GitSim QR code.

Option B: Manual Activation

If scanning isn’t possible:

• Tap Use activation code / Enter manually.
• Enter the SM-DP+ address and Activation code provided by GitSim (and Confirmation code if given).

Step 5: Download & Add

• Your phone shows Downloading your eSIM → wait for it to finish.
• Tap Activate, Turn on, or Done if prompted (some Pixels activate automatically).

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Post-Installation Setup (make it work for travel)

1. Turn the eSIM line ON

• Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → [GitSim] → Use SIM = ON

2. Choose which SIM does what

• Mobile data: set to Gitsim if you immediately want to use the eSIM. Choose your Primary if you want to use the eSIM later. You can switch anytime.

• Call preferences / SMS preferences: keep your original SIM for calls and texts (your usual number).

  

3. Roaming settings

• On the GitSim eSIM, turn Roaming = ON.

• On your original SIM, turn Roaming = OFF (and optionally turn its Mobile data = OFF).

  

4. (Optional) Rename the eSIM

• In the SIM details, edit the SIM name/label to something like “Travel” or “GitSim” so it’s easy to recognize.

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If it doesn’t connect after landing (quick fixes)

Try these in order:

1. Restart your phone.
2. Toggle Airplane mode ON for 10 seconds, then OFF.
3. Turn the GitSim eSIM OFF and back ON (SIMs → GitSim → Use SIM).
4. Confirm Mobile data = GitSim and Roaming = ON for GitSim; Roaming = OFF for your original SIM.
5. Contact support if the problem persists through https://www.gitsim.com/en/help-center

You’re all set!

Your GitSim eSIM is installed and ready to provide affordable data while traveling. Enjoy your trip!