If you’re preparing to trade, sell, or give away your device, such as when selling it to The BuyBack Platform it’s important to erase your eSIM and perform a factory reset to remove all personal data.
To Erase Your eSIM on Your iPhone or iPad
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Go to Settings.
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Tap Cellular.
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Depending on your plan setup:
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If you have a single plan:
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Tap Delete eSIM.
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If you have multiple plans:
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Tap the plan you want to erase.
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Then tap Delete Plan.
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To Factory Reset Your iPhone or iPad
Performing a factory reset will erase all personal data, including apps, settings, and content. You’ll also have the option to erase your eSIM during the reset:
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Go to Settings.
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Tap General.
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Scroll down and tap Transfer or Reset iPhone (or iPad).
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Select Erase All Content and Settings.
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Follow the on-screen prompts.
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When asked, choose “Erase and Delete All eSIMs” to completely remove the eSIM and cellular plans.
Why These Steps Matter
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Erasing your eSIM ensures your cellular plan and account are removed from the device.
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Factory resetting guarantees your personal data is wiped clean, protecting your privacy.
By following these steps, you’ll have a clean device, ready to be sold or traded. If you’re sending your device to The BuyBack Platform, this ensures the process is smooth, secure, and hassle-free.