Yes, after eSIM activation your device starts using both your physical SIM card and the eSIM at the same time. So, your current phone number will be available when using cellular data from eSIM.

Yes, after eSIM activation your device starts using both your physical SIM card and the eSIM at the same time. So, your current phone number will be available when using cellular data from eSIM.

Here you can find out about the compatibility of eSIM with a regular SIM card.

isEsimCompatibleWithRegularPhysicalSim

Is eSIM compatible with regular physical SIM?

An eSIM, or embedded SIM card, is the next step in SIM card evolution. Instead of the familiar physical cards we insert into our devices, an eSIM is a digital SIM. This design streamlines the process of toggling between carriers and plans, eliminating the need for multiple physical SIM cards.&nbsp;<h3 style="margin-left:0px;">Benefits of Using WiFi Map’s Global eSIM</h3><ol><li>No More Local SIM Card Purchases: With an eSIM, there’s no need to buy local SIM cards every time you travel. This not only saves time and hassle but also avoids the risk of losing or damaging tiny SIM cards during switches. &nbsp;</li><li>Avoid Expensive Roaming Fees: One of the major pain points for travelers is the exorbitant roaming fees charged by carriers. With our Global eSIM, you can say goodbye to these unnecessary costs, ensuring you remain connected without breaking the bank. &nbsp;</li><li>Seamless Global Connectivity: Instead of purchasing and installing numerous regional plans, our eSIM allows you to set up just once and then use it across the globe. The convenience of having one eSIM for over 70 countries is unparalleled. &nbsp;</li><li>Saving Data with WiFi Finder: WiFi Map brings together a database with millions of free WiFi hotspots and brand new eSIM technology. When combined, they provide the best connectivity experience for travelers all over the world.</li></ol><h3 style="margin-left:0px;">How Does It Work?</h3>WiFi Map’s Global eSIM is instantly installed on all eSIM compatible devices directly from the WiFi Map app, providing a 4G/LTE connection wherever you go. Please note that the Global eSIM offers only data connectivity, meaning there’s no accompanying phone number.Enjoy the benefits of a 4G/LTE connection, ensuring a smooth browsing experience—vital for tasks such as video calls, streaming, or downloading large files.

An eSIM, or embedded SIM card, is the next step in SIM card evolution. Instead of the familiar physical cards we insert into our devices, an eSIM is a digital SIM. This design streamlines the process of toggling between carriers and plans, eliminating the need for multiple physical SIM cards.


### Benefits of Using WiFi Map's Global eSIM

1. **No More Local SIM Card Purchases**: With an eSIM, there's no need to buy local SIM cards every time you travel. This not only saves time and hassle but also avoids the risk of losing or damaging tiny SIM cards during switches.

2. **Avoid Expensive Roaming Fees**: One of the major pain points for travelers is the exorbitant roaming fees charged by carriers. With our Global eSIM, you can say goodbye to these unnecessary costs, ensuring you remain connected without breaking the bank.
 
3. **Seamless Global Connectivity**: Instead of purchasing and installing numerous regional plans, our eSIM allows you to set up just once and then use it across the globe. The convenience of having one eSIM for over 70 countries is unparalleled.
 
4. **Saving Data with WiFi Finder**: WiFi Map brings together a database with millions of free WiFi hotspots and brand new eSIM technology. When combined, they provide the best connectivity experience for travelers all over the world. 


### How Does It Work?

WiFi Map's Global eSIM is instantly installed on all eSIM compatible devices directly from the WiFi Map app, providing a 4G/LTE connection wherever you go. Please note that the Global eSIM offers only data connectivity, meaning there's no accompanying phone number.

Enjoy the benefits of a 4G/LTE connection, ensuring a smooth browsing experience—vital for tasks such as video calls, streaming, or downloading large files.

An eSIM is an embedded SIM card available on eSIM capable devices. It allows you to activate and use a cellular plan from your carrier without having to insert a physical SIM card.

whatIsAnESim

What is an eSIM?

Most eSIMs cannot be reinstalled, which means that if you remove your eSIM you may encounter an error when trying to download it again.We recommend temporarily disabling the eSIM when you are not using it to save on data usage. However, once activated the eSIM validity will not stop.Please contact us for more information.

Most eSIMs cannot be reinstalled, which means that if you remove your eSIM you may encounter an error when trying to download it again.

We recommend temporarily disabling the eSIM when you are not using it to save on data usage. However, once activated the eSIM validity will not stop.

Please contact us for more information.

Most eSIMs cannot be reinstalled, which means that if you remove your eSIM you may encounter an error when trying to download it again.

canIReinstallAnEsim

Can I reinstall an eSIM?

Our eSIM is for mobile internet only. It does not come with a mobile phone number and it is not supposed to make phone calls or send SMS. However, you can use VoIP apps such as WhatsApp or Skype to make voice calls and text.

Our eSIM is for mobile internet only. It does not come with a mobile phone number and it is not supposed to make phone calls or send SMS.
However, you can use VoIP apps such as WhatsApp or Skype to make voice calls and text.

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