How to install the Saily eSIM on Pixel

Introduction

In this article, you will learn how to install the Saily eSIM on your Google Pixel phone using automatic or manual setup methods.

Prerequisites/Before you start:

• Double-check if your device is eSIM-compatible.
• Ensure the Saily app is installed on your Pixel device.
• A stable Wi-Fi connection is required for the installation process.

Here's what to do

Install via the Saily app

1. Open the Saily app and tap “Install eSIM”.
   
   
    
2. Select which device you will be using the eSIM on and tap “Continue”.
3. Tap “Start eSIM install”.
4. Once the main screen shows the eSIM is installed, press “Continue”.
5. Follow the instructions to turn on the eSIM line, proceed by tapping on “Continue”.
   
   
    
6. You will now need to enable roaming, follow the steps in the app:
   
   
    
7. Lastly, follow the instructions to enable mobile data usage for the Saily eSIM:
   
   
    
8. Ensure it is activated before traveling.

Manual install via settings

If you receive an error message during automatic installation, follow these steps:

1. Tap “View instructions” in the Saily app to see your setup details.
2. Go to “Settings” and tap “Connections”, select “SIM manager”.
3. Tap “Add eSIM” and select “Scan QR code from service provider”.
4. Tap “Enter activation code”.
5. Input the details from the "View instructions" screen and tap “Connect”, then tap “Add”.
6. Go to “Settings” and tap “Connections”.
7. Select “SIM manager” and tap “Mobile data”, then select the Saily eSIM.
8. Once the main screen shows the eSIM is installed, ensure it is activated before traveling.

Alternative manual method

1. If the steps above do not match your device, go to “Settings” and select “Network & internet”, tap “SIMs”.
2. Tap “Add SIM” and select “Download a new eSIM”.
3. Tap “Need help?” and select the option to enter the code manually.
4. Input the details from the Saily app and tap “Continue”, then “Download”.
5. Head to “Settings”, tap “Network & internet”, and select “SIMs”, 
6. Turn on the toggle for the eSIM and enable “Mobile data and Roaming”.
7. Once the main screen shows the eSIM is installed, ensure it is activated before traveling.

Additional tips

• Before traveling, make sure that your Saily eSIM is activated within the app.
• If you encounter any issues with the Saily app, you can visit our troubleshooting section to solve them.