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You installed the eSIM, the setup looked fine, and now nothing loads. Take a breath. The checklist below goes from the least effort to the most, so you can stop as soon as it works.
Before anything else: please do not delete the eSIM from your phone while you troubleshoot. Deleting it can make it unusable, and a deleted eSIM may not be installable again.
First, what "no data" can mean
"No data" is a broad symptom. It can mean the eSIM is installed but not selected for mobile data, a setting from your plan has not been turned on, the phone needs a restart, or you are somewhere the network is weak. We cannot tell which from here, so we go through the options in order.
One note before you begin: our plans are data plans. Regular calls depend on your primary SIM and carrier, so use internet apps for calls and messages. To test the eSIM, load a web page or open an app that uses the internet, instead of making a regular call or sending a normal text message.
Check your plan's details
Start with the easiest step: read your plan's details again. Some plans ask you to turn on a particular setting, for example data roaming, and which ones apply depends on the plan. We do not list any here, because the plan's own details are the reliable source. Follow whatever they say, then try again.
Make sure the eSIM is selected for mobile data
If your phone has more than one line, for instance your usual SIM and the new eSIM, it needs to know which one to use for mobile data. Menu names vary by device, but look in your phone's mobile network or SIM settings for an option along the lines of mobile data or cellular data, and choose the eSIM. Also check that the eSIM line itself is switched on.
This is general knowledge about how phones with more than one line behave. Your phone may word things a little differently, so look for the closest match.
Restart and try once more
A restart is simple, and it may help your phone pick up a fresh connection. Turn the phone off and on again, wait a short moment, then try loading a page. Try once more rather than repeating the whole installation, because reinstalling is not something to do lightly. If you need to know whether you can reinstall, ask us first.
Coverage and device limits
Coverage and plan details are those on the plan page. Speed and availability can vary by place and by device, and we do not promise a particular speed. If you are indoors, in a basement or in a remote area, moving to a different spot may help.
It is also worth confirming that your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. Our device check page explains how, and the installation guide has a troubleshooting section for this exact situation. The terms of use describe coverage and limits in more detail.
When to write to us
If you have worked through the list and still have no data, write to support@choesim.com. Include your order number, your phone model, your destination, the plan you bought and a short note on what you tried and what your phone shows. That helps us help you without too many questions back. Please keep your QR code and activation details private, and do not include them in public posts.