Introduction

DITO offers its customers the flexibility to choose between a physical SIM and an eSIM to access their many prepaid and postpaid promos. For many Filipinos, using physical SIMs is still part of their partnerships with telecommunications companies. Since not all phones can support eSIMs at the moment, keeping your old phone number tied to a physical SIM is still a good investment.

However, modern technology continues to move toward the newest upgrades of hardware development. With the release of eSIM-only models of the iPhone 17, there might be a gradual but inevitable shift to eSIM-only phones in the future. If you want to learn how to set up a DITO eSIM (digital SIM) to be ahead of the digitization trend, this article is for you.

What Is an eSIM?

An eSIM, also known as an embedded SIM, is a digital SIM built into your device’s motherboard. Instead of being a physical, removable card, it can be easily swapped with your current mobile number for another brand of eSIM without opening up your phone. This is why an eSIM for travel is an excellent investment, especially for people who frequently go on international trips.

eSIMs provide a world of convenience for mobile users while also providing phone manufacturers more flexibility in designing new phones. The latest eSIM-only phones get to have improved durability and overall wider internal layout, which can lead to larger batteries, better internal cooling, or even high-end camera components.

Over 20 million eSIM ready have been released and are active in 2023. By 2027, forecasts predict over 6 billion active eSIM devices worldwide. As the world embraces the flexibility and convenience of eSIMs, you should be ready to make the switch by knowing how to activate and set up your DITO eSIM.

How To Set Up a DITO eSIM (Digital SIM)

To activate your DITO eSIM, you just need to follow these simple steps:

Check Phone Compatibility

First, it is important to check if your phone is compatible with an eSIM. You can do this with your Android phone. Check the About section (or Status) and see if you have an EID number. Having an EID number should confirm if your phone has eSIM support.

If you are still unsure, you can check if your phone has eSIM-related options under your cellular settings. This includes sections such as “Add Cellular P’an” or “SIM Manager that refer to multiple SIM options.

Buy Your eSIM

Buy your DITO eSIM by going through the following channels:

• DITO eSHOP
• DITO App
• DITO Experience stores (you can browse our store locator here)

Scan the QR Code

Once you have your eSIM, you can now activate your eSIM by scanning the QR code sent to you by DITO.

For Android users, go to “Connections” and select “SIM card manager.” Next, tap “Add eSIM” and scan the QR code you received via email. Once the prompt appears, enter your activation code.

An iPhone eSIM can be activated by scanning the QR code and tapping the “Cellular plan detected” prompt. You can also touch and hold the QR code you received via email on your iPhone (iOS). Then, tap “Add eSIM” once the prompt appears. You will need to enter a confirmation code once prompted.

Set Up Manually

If your phone has issues scanning the QR code, you can manually set up an eSIM through the following steps:
For Android, go to Settings, Network and Internet, SIMs, and add eSIM. You can manually enter the activation code sent by DITO via email.

For iOS, go through the same process as the previous section until you reach the “Use QR Code section. Then, select “Enter Details Manually” so you can paste the SM-DP+ Address and Activation Code into the blank fields. Tap “Next” to activate your eSIM.

Get the Best Digital eSIM Promos Through the DITO App!

DITO offers an extensive selection of prepaid and postpaid promos for its mobile user base. There’s a promo fit for you, especially if you want to get the best-value promos that provide excellent service while offering exclusive freebies.

Prepaid Promos

DITO’s prepaid promos are designed to meet your every need. DITO offers UNLI 5G access at affordable rates and long validity periods to help you stream movies, access social apps, and stay connected online. For as low as P299, you can have unlimited 5G access, generous all-access 4G data, and unlimited texts to all mobile networks.

Every time you load with DITO’s prepaid promos, you gain reward points you can use for DITO’s loyalty program. This gives you access to various vouchers for restaurants, supermarkets, online retail stores, and more.

Postpaid Promos

Like all telecommunications companies, DITO also provides postpaid promos to give mobile users a seamless subscription experience without requiring a top-up every month.

DITO’s FLEXPlans provide generous data allocations while providing unlimited all-net calls and texts, a bonus 12-month subscription for Prime Video, and unlimited 5G access. These promos also come with handset bundles and gaming-specific plans to match your unique mobile lifestyle.

App-Specific Promos

Besides DITO’s prepaid and postpaid plans, DITO has app- and brand-specific partnerships to help you get the most out of your eSIM experience. Some of our partnership-fueled promos include:

GameZone: DITO’s GameZone provides dedicated data for the best gaming titles, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), PUBG Mobile, and Honor of Kings. Besides the standard access to unlimited mobile calls and texts, it also comes with bonus in-game credits to boost your gaming experience.

StreamZone: DITO’s StreamZone lets you keep up with the latest shows and movies on Netflix, Prime Video, iFlix, and more. For as low as P199, you get generous all-access data and app-specific data for your favorite streaming platforms. This prepaid promo also comes with a free voucher for Prime Access, iWant, or Blast TV.

Conclusion

Once you know how to set up your DITO eSIM (digital SIM), you will gain access to a whole new world of flexibility and versatility with your mobile experience. After registering for a DITO eSIM, you can see how much your streaming, gaming, and surfing experience will improve without breaking your budget.

Ready to shift to a DITO eSIM? Get a starter kit from the DITO eSHOP today.