iTunes backup and restore eSIM

[magix]

Has anyone experienced restoring an eSIM from an iTunes backup? Recently, my phone has been encountering issues, and Apple Support suggests that the hanging and freezing problems I'm facing may be due to a software issue. They recommend the following steps:

1. Perform a full backup.
2. Go to Settings and reset the phone to factory settings.
3. Then, initiate a restore from the backup. However, they mention that the eSIM is not backed up, so I will need to contact my telecom provider to reinstall another eSIM.

I would like to inquire if anyone with an eSIM has gone through the iTunes restore process (using a wired connection) and if the eSIM was successfully restored.

By the way, I am on the MyRepublic 4G plan (M1 network).

 

[froztheart]

Has anyone experienced restoring an eSIM from an iTunes backup? Recently, my phone has been encountering issues, and Apple Support suggests that the hanging and freezing problems I'm facing may be due to a software issue. They recommend the following steps:

1. Perform a full backup.
2. Go to Settings and reset the phone to factory settings.
3. Then, initiate a restore from the backup. However, they mention that the eSIM is not backed up, so I will need to contact my telecom provider to reinstall another eSIM.

I would like to inquire if anyone with an eSIM has gone through the iTunes restore process (using a wired connection) and if the eSIM was successfully restored.

By the way, I am on the MyRepublic 4G plan (M1 network).

Believe nowadays, mostly will be cloud backup instead of the good ol iTunes way to backup. Sorry, can't help you on this.

 

[gnixer]

Recently did a transfer from iPhone 14 Pro Max to iPhone 15 pro max. I done my eSIM transfer via m1+ app and wasn’t charge for it. Just have to scan the QR code before you delete away the old data in the old phone.

 

[magix]

I'd like to provide an update.



As others have mentioned, the eSIM is stored on the device and won't be backed up.

However, when I chose to do a full device reset, there was an option to erase the device while keeping the SIM. I hope this helps for future visitors who come across this post.