• Activate Firsty eSIM - Complete Guide

How to Activate a Firsty eSIM—Complete Guide

Activating your Firsty eSIM is a simple and straightforward process. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth setup and connection:

Step 1: Get the App & eSIM

Sign Up or Log In:

  • Download the Firsty app from your device’s App Store or Play Store.

  • Sign up to create a new account or log in if you already have one.

Select Your Plan:

  • Select the eSIM plan that best suits your needs.

  • Choose the country or countries where you wish to use the Firsty eSIM to stay connected to the internet.

  • Complete the plan selection process & make the purchase if you have selected one of our paid plans.

    Refer to this article to check supported countries and plans before proceeding.

Install the eSIM:

  • After plan selection & purchase, the app will guide you through installing the eSIM.

  • The app also provides detailed instructions for configuring the settings specific to your device.

  • Follow the on-screen steps to add the eSIM to your device.


Step 2: Enable the eSIM on Your Device

Activate the eSIM:

  • Once the eSIM is added to your device, you’ll either be prompted to activate it automatically or can manually initiate activation by clicking the "Activate" button in the Firsty app.

Adjust Device Settings:

  • Go to your device settings and ensure the Firsty eSIM is enabled for mobile data.

  • The app provides in-app guidance for configuring all necessary settings to ensure proper functionality.

Ensure Successful Activation:

  • Enable data roaming to ensure seamless connectivity across locations and countries.

  • After completing all steps, you will receive a success message confirming that your Firsty eSIM is ready to use.


Step 3: Verify Connectivity

Automatic Network Selection:

  • By default, the eSIM will automatically connect to the best available network.

Manual Network Selection (if needed only):(Wait for a few minutes before trying this step.)

If you are connecting for the first time. It might take some time for the eSIM to connect to the network & a simple restart may solve the issue. If you still seeing connectivity issue then follow these manual network selection steps

  • If you experience connectivity issues, go to your network settings and manually select a network provider.

  • Disable “Automatic Network Selection” and choose a provider from the list, testing each for optimal performance.

  • Wait approximately 60 seconds before switching to another provider if necessary.


Step 4: Restart and Test

  • Restart your device to refresh the network settings.

  • Open the Firsty app and verify that you have a stable internet connection.

Common Troubleshooting Tips:

  • No Signal or Slow Internet:

    • The first-time connection to the network may take a few minutes. Wait briefly before troubleshooting.

    • If issues persist, manually select a network provider using the steps above.

  • eSIM Not Installed Correctly:

    • Ensure the in app eSIM activation instructions are properly followed .

  • Update the App:

    • Make sure you’re using the latest version of the Firsty app for the best performance .

Video Guides

Below, we'll take you through the activation step by step as it is displayed in the app.

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If you encounter any issues during activation, reach out to our support team through the Firsty app for quick assistance.


By following this guide, you’ll be able to activate your Firsty eSIM and enjoy uninterrupted connectivity in no time!

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