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I want to set up my Panda Mobile account with an eSIM. Where do I start?

Welcome to Panda Mobile. You are only few steps away to start your Panda Mobile Account.

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Written by Macky
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Step 1: Sign Up on the Website

Step 2: Choose your Plan

  • Select the plan based on option. Choose the best based on your needs.

  • On the desktop version, click the human icon to go to the portal sign in page

  • Verify your email. Make sure that you verify first the account as activation won't start unless the email is fully verified

Step 3: Plan Selection and SIM option

  • You'll be asked to choose your method of activation - either Physical SIM or eSIM. Since we're activating through eSIM, please choose eSIM

    • To check if your device is eSIM compatible - please refer to this article to check

  • Complete all the fields needed. This includes creating your email and password to the portal. Followed by your details.

  • This information will reflect on your portal once activated. You can modify details as needed on the portal once activated. You can modify details as needed

Step 5: Checkout & Payment

  • Proceed and complete the payment process. Once the payment is successful, the activation process will begin.

    • 2 payment options will be available either card payments or other payment channels like Alipay, We Chat, etc.,

Step 6: Activation

I want to activate my eSIM with a new number

Step 1: Start Activation

  • Your dashboard will prompt to start activating your line - please click Start Activation

  • Confirm your service address. Please note that this must be a valid U.S. Address

Step 2: Get your Number

  • Choose "I'd like a new number"

  • Your new number will be generated.

  • System will ask to connect your device to proceed click "Continue to connect your device"

Step 3: Install eSIM

  • Prompt will ask whether the device is unlocked. Choose Yes

    • Take note that the device must be unlocked first in order for the service to work

  • Choose your SIM. Click eSIM

  • To proceed in the next step, you need to make sure of the following:

    • Strong Wi-Fi connection

    • Your device is running on the latest OS and has a working camera

    • Hit continue

  • For iOS: Go to Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan

  • For Android: Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs > Add SIM

  • Scan the QR code. If you are using your device - you can use this link as your reference

  • Follow the instructions on screen to install

Congratulations! Your eSIM is now activated 🎉

I want to activate my eSIM with my own number

Prepare your account details for transfer. You can contact your previous carrier to get these details or visit the link below to get your Account Number and Transfer PIN

Step 1: Start Activation

  • Confirm your service address. Please note that this must be a valid U.S. Address

    Your dashboard will prompt to start activating your line - please click Start Activation

Step 2: Initiate the transfer

  • Choose "I want to transfer my number to Panda Mobile"

  • Enter all the details needed. Make sure to review before submitting to ensure smooth transfer.

    • Phone Number

    • ZIP Code

    • Previous Carrier

    • Account Number

    • Transfer PIN

  • A temporary line will be generated. You will be notified once the transfer is complete.

  • To activate eSIM click "Continue to connect your device"

Step 3: Install eSIM

  • System will ask you to choose your SIM. Choose eSIM

  • A prompt will show to make sure that have the following:

    • Strong Wi-Fi connection

    • Your device is running on the latest OS and has a working camera

    • Hit continue

  • For iOS: Go to Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan

  • For Android: Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs > Add SIM

  • Scan the QR code

  • Follow the instructions on screen to install

Congratulations! Your eSIM is now activated 🎉

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