How to erase the eSIM on your iPhone or iPad

Learn how to erase and delete your eSIM, if you need to.

You might need to erase your eSIM if:

• You transferred the eSIM's data plan or phone number to another device

• You're going to sell, trade in, or give away your device

Don't erase your eSIM as a troubleshooting step unless directed to by your carrier.

If you erase your eSIM, you'll need to contact your carrier to get a new one. Then set up your new eSIM.

To erase your eSIM on your iPhone

1. Go to Settings.

2. Tap Cellular. Then:

   • If you have a single plan, tap Delete eSIM.

   • If you have multiple plans, tap the plan that you want to erase. Then tap Delete Plan.

To erase your eSIM on your iPad

1. Go to Settings.

2. Tap Cellular Data. Then:

   • If you have a single plan, tap Delete eSIM.

   • If you have multiple plans, tap the plan you want to erase. Then tap Delete Plan.

If you erase all content and settings from your iPhone or iPad, you can choose to erase your eSIM as well or keep it.

If you want to cancel your cellular plan, you still need to contact your carrier to cancel the plan.