Activate your tablet or laptop using eSIM
Newer tablets and laptops use an eSIM to activate a wireless plan. Learn how to download yours.
iPads with an eSIM
If your iPad uses an eSIM, you may be asked to install a wireless plan when you set it up. If you aren't asked, you can install one now:
- Open Settings.
- Select the AT&T Cellular Plan Ready to be Installed notification.
- Follow the prompts on your device to add a plan.
If you can't download your eSIM with these steps, activate your iPad first.
Tablets with a SIM card
If your iPad or Android® tablet uses a SIM card, just make sure that your e and inserted into your device. Learn more about device activation.
eSIM on Windows laptop
Activate your eSIM by downloading an eSIM profile directly onto your laptop. Here’s how:
- Connect your laptop to Wi-Fi® and open Settings.
- Select Network & Internet > Cellular > eSIM profiles (or Manage eSIM profiles on Windows 10).
- Select Search for available profiles, and then Next.
- When an available profile appears, select Download. Follow the prompts to install your eSIM.
eSIM on Windows laptop (QR Code)
You can activate your eSIM using a QR code provided by AT&T. Here’s how:
- Connect your laptop to Wi-Fi® and open Settings.
- Select Network & Internet > Cellular > eSIM profiles (or Manage eSIM profiles on Windows 10).
- Select Add profile > Let me enter an activation code I have from my mobile operator > Next.
- Select the laptop camera you’ll use to scan the QR code on your AT&T eSIM activation card. Scan the code and follow the prompts to download and install your eSIM.
Wireless plans
You need a wireless plan for your tablet or laptop to work without Wi-Fi®. Don't have one? Choose a plan option below.