How to Backup Your eSIM — iPhone & Android Complete Guide 2026

2026年6月13日

How to Backup Your eSIM — Complete Guide for iPhone & Android

Switching to a new phone? Worried about losing your eSIM plan? Here is exactly what you need to do to backup and transfer your eSIM safely — takes less than 5 minutes.

Important — eSIM backup works differently to contacts or photos

eSIM profiles are tied to your device. You cannot back them up to iCloud or Google Drive. Instead you transfer them directly to your new phone — or get a replacement QR from your provider.

How to Backup eSIM on iPhone

Method 1 — Transfer directly to new iPhone (iOS 16+)

Keep both iPhones nearby and turned on
On your new iPhone go to Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM
Select Transfer from Another iPhone
Follow the on-screen instructions
Confirm on your old iPhone
The eSIM transfers in 2-3 minutes

Method 2 — Request replacement QR from your provider

If you no longer have your old phone, contact your eSIM provider and request a replacement QR code. AloOui can reissue your QR code — contact our 24/7 support team.

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How to Backup eSIM on Android (Samsung, Pixel)

Samsung Galaxy

Go to Settings → Accounts and Backup → Backup data
Samsung Cloud may back up your eSIM profile depending on your carrier
If not, request a replacement QR from your eSIM provider

Google Pixel

eSIM profiles on Pixel are carrier-dependent
For AloOui eSIM — contact support to get a replacement QR code for your new device

What Happens to My eSIM When I Factory Reset?

Factory resetting your phone deletes your eSIM profile. Before resetting, either transfer your eSIM to a new device first or note down your EID number and contact your provider for a replacement.