How to Turn Your eSIM into a Mobile Hotspot

One way to make your trip more comfortable is to extend your travel eSIM’s internet — share it with your laptop for work tasks, stream films on a bigger screen, or let your travel buddies connect while on the road.

Some eSIM providers restrict tethering or charge extra fees, but Toosim offers full support with no limitations or hidden charges — in any country. Below, we’ll show you how to enable hotspot on different devices and answer some of the most typical questions.

Activating Hotspot from Your eSIM on iPhone

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First, make sure your eSIM is active. Then open the «Settings» app on your smartphone and just follow these instructions:

  • Tap «Cellular».
  • Make sure your travel eSIM is selected as the active line under «Cellular Data».
  • Click on the «Personal Hotspot» option.
  • Turn on «Allow Others to Join».
  • Look at the «Wi-Fi Password» below — share it to let someone else get online.
  • You can tap the password and type in something else.

How to Enable Hotspot with an eSIM on Android?

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The step-by-step process is similar across Samsung, Google Pixel, Huawei, and most other Android smartphones, although the names of some menu sections may vary slightly. First, open the «Settings» app. After that, proceed with the following:

  • Open «Network & Internet» (or «Connections» on some models).
  • Make sure your travel eSIM is active.
  • Run to the «Hotspot & Tethering»/«Mobile Hotspot» section.
  • Enable the «Mobile Hotspot» option.
  • Optionally, you can change the network name («Hotspot name» or «SSID»), password, and select the security level.

Faq

Is the Hotspot feature charged when you’re abroad?
No, this feature is completely free – regardless of which TooSim plan you choose or the country you’re in.
What to do if my other phone/tablet can’t connect to my Hotspot?

First, verify that the device offering the connection has mobile internet access. Then, check that the Wi-Fi password you’re entering is correct. If everything seems fine but the connection still won’t work, restart both devices. Also, disable any VPNs or location-based encryption services that might interfere. If the problem persists, try changing the Hotspot’s network name (SSID) or Wi-Fi password, as conflicts can sometimes cause connection issues.
Is there any difference between using Hotspot with a physical SIM card and with an eSIM?

Activating internet sharing with a travel eSIM works the same way as with a regular eSIM from a local operator (like Orange or T-Mobile) or a physical SIM card. However, some eSIM providers restrict internet sharing. With an eSIM from our company, you won’t face any such limitations.