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Getting Started with Firsty (iOS)

Follow this quick guide to install your eSIM and get connected to mobile data in just a few minutes

Updated over 3 months ago

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Open the Firsty app

Launch the app and get ready to choose your data plan.

2. Sign-up

Use your phone number to sign-up.

3. Select “Choose Plan”

Pick the plan that fits your travel needs — whether it’s Firsty Free, Comfort+, or First Class.

4. Tap “Install your eSIM”

This starts the setup process on your iPhone.

5. Tap “Activate eSIM”

When prompted, confirm that you want to add a new mobile plan.

6. Select “Allow”

This lets your iPhone begin activating the Firsty eSIM.

7. When activation begins, tap “Continue”

Your iPhone will start setting up the mobile plan.

8. Once you see “Mobile Plan Setup Complete,” tap “Done”

9. Label your new SIM “Firsty”

Tap the new SIM → choose a custom label called Firsty. Then tap Done.

10. Set your Default Line

Keep your primary number as your default line for calls and texts.

11. Set iMessage & FaceTime

If needed, set iMessage and FaceTime to use your primary number, not Firsty.

12. Set Mobile Data to “Firsty”

Go to Settings → Cellular → Mobile Data → select Firsty as your active data line.


Final Steps to Connect

13. Return to the Firsty app

Make sure you’re on a stable connection for the final setup steps.

14. Tap “Next Step” and then “Open Settings”

15. Enable Data Roaming

This is required for Firsty to work internationally.

16. (Optional but Recommended if using Firsty Free) Turn off Limit IP Address Tracking

You’ll find this option under Settings → Cellular → Firsty → Limit IP Address Tracking → Toggle Off


🎉 You’re now connected!

You can start browsing, using maps, booking rides, and more — all powered by Firsty.

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