Wondering if your Android phone is carrier locked and whether you can use an eSIM? Hereโs a simple way to check if your device is unlocked and ready for eSIM usage:
Steps to Check Carrier Lock Status
Go to Settings on your Android device. โ๏ธ
Tap on Connections in the settings menu. ๐ก
Choose Mobile Networks from the list. ๐
Tap on Network Operators. ๐ผ
Toggle off the Select Automatically option. ๐
Understanding the Results
Unlocked Device: If you can manually choose from a list of available networks, your phone is not carrier locked and can use eSIMs normally. ๐
Locked Device: If you cannot select a network or see an error message, your phone is locked to your carrier and cannot use eSIMs from other providers. ๐
If your phone is carrier locked, you may need to contact your carrier for further assistance or to unlock your device. If you find that your device is unlocked, youโre all set to enjoy the flexibility of using eSIMs!
๐ฒ Need further help? You can reach Simly Care directly from the app. Go to Profile > Live Chat for assistance.