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How to save mobile data while traveling with the best Europe eSIM
How to save mobile data while traveling with the best Europe eSIM
Running out of mobile data while traveling can be an especially annoying experience. Not only is it important to have the right information at the right time before making decisions, but it is also vital that we use our mobile data judiciously to avoid running into unexpected bills later. While we can skip out on paying any kind of roaming charges with Europe eSIMs, there are many ways to optimize your usage so that you get the best possible travel Internet experience.
Even if you are extra careful with your mobile data usage while traveling, the way modern smartphones and apps function will progressively eat up your bandwidth, leaving you frustrated, or worse, out of data. Though using public Wi-Fi is an option, you should be aware of the numerous dangers it poses and therefore just stick to your mobile network connection whenever possible.
Using eSIM for Europe can give you the freedom and flexibility to use mobile data for all your needs without worrying about running out of mobile data. This guide will tell you all about various tweaks and measures you can use to ensure you never run short of mobile data again.
What is an eSIM?
What are some of the ways you can save data with Europe eSIM?
Save your mobile data using the best Europe eSIMs
How to set up your eSIM for Europe?
Devices compatible with Europe eSIM
Countries coverage
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM (embedded SIM) functions exactly like a regular SIM card but is built into the device instead of being an external component. It saves from ever having to switch SIM cards or keeping a separate SIM card at hand while traveling – one less thing to worry about! Furthermore, our Europe eSIMs give you incredible coverage, Internet speeds, and flexible options in terms of validity and data limit to cover all your use cases.
Whether you are planning a quick weekend in Paris or a month-long pan-European vacation, all your holiday Internet needs can be met effortlessly. Setting up your eSIM takes only a few seconds as opposed to a traditional SIM which would have you go through the inconvenience of physically removing and inserting a different SIM card.
eSIMs also make the process of managing different profiles easy.
What are some of the ways you can save data with Europe eSIM?
Ironically, the best way to save mobile data, which is to turn off mobile data while traveling, is also the worst way to potentially ruin your holiday fun. While we have the convenience of remaining connected wherever we are thanks to our devices, we often forget to realize that each time we use our phone, we potentially use up data.
Whether we are checking flight times, looking up hotels or restaurants, or just browsing to kill time during transit, we are constantly consuming mobile data. This makes the option of turning off mobile data nearly impossible for us.
With the rise of remote work, it is doubly important for those who are engaged in it to remain connected all the time unless they miss out on important updates. Therefore, it is essential to have stable and speedy mobile Internet at all times when you are on holiday.
Our range of Europe eSIMs, powered by Orange, work throughout the continent and give you flawless coverage and ultra-fast speeds of up to 150Mbps. This applies to even the busiest city centers like London and Berlin or in more remote destinations like the Faroe Islands or the Isle of Man. Our eSIMs work flawlessly at these destinations and can save you time, money, and most importantly, your sanity while giving you a solid holiday Internet experience.
With that in mind, here are some additional steps you can take to get the best mileage for your eSIM plan.
Using lite versions of popular apps
Lite versions of apps can be a good option for users who want a more streamlined or lightweight version of an app, or who have limited storage or data constraints. Developers often release lite apps which focus on the core functionality of each and therefore reduce the data and storage overhead incurred.
To put things in perspective, the regular Facebook app on Android takes around 200MB compared to the 3MB taken up by the lite version. This is an extraordinary difference in terms of storage space used.
Moreover, lite versions of apps often have fewer features than the full versions, so they use less data when running.
They may use data-saving techniques: Some lite versions of apps may use techniques such as compressing data or pre-loading content to reduce data usage. The specific features that lite versions of apps lack compared to the full versions can vary widely depending on the app.
Some common features that may be missing in lite versions include:
Advanced features: Lite versions of apps may lack advanced or specialized features that are available in the full version.
Multiple language support: Lite versions of apps may only support a limited number of languages, while the full version may support many more.
Customization options: Lite versions of apps may have fewer customization options than the full version.
Extra content: Lite versions of apps may not include all of the content available in the full version, such as additional levels or characters in a game.
Compressing pages with browsers
Mobile web browsers such as Google Chrome and Opera Mini have features that compress and optimize pages for faster browsing and low data usage. Both of these are supported on iOS and Android.
These browsers use algorithms to compress the data that is being transferred between the server and the device. This can help reduce the size of the data, which can in turn reduce the amount of data that needs to be transferred.
Another way mobile web browsers can save on data transfer is through caching. They can store frequently accessed data, such as images and text, in a cache on the device. This can help reduce the amount of data that needs to be transferred by retrieving the data from the cache instead of re-downloading it from the server.
Both Opera Mini and Chrome can reduce mobile data consumption by up to 74%.
Lastly, mobile web browsers can also optimize data transfer in numerous ways. Some include;
Transferring data in smaller chunks: By breaking up large files into smaller chunks and transferring them in parallel, mobile web browsers can reduce the amount of time it takes to transfer the data.
Using efficient data transfer protocols: Mobile web browsers can use data transfer protocols that are optimized for efficiency, such as HTTP/2 or SPDY, which can reduce the amount of data that needs to be transferred.
Pre-fetching data: Mobile web browsers can pre-fetch data that is likely to be needed in the future, such as links on a webpage so that it can be loaded more quickly when it is needed.
Using compression: Mobile web browsers can use data compression techniques to reduce the size of the data that needs to be transferred, which can also improve transfer speeds.
Turning off push notifications, automatic backups, and updates
Both push notifications and automatic backups can consume significant amounts of mobile data if they are used heavily. Users who are concerned about their mobile data usage may want to consider adjusting their push notifications and backup settings to reduce their data consumption.
When a push notification is sent to a device, it is received over the internet and requires a small amount of data to be transferred. The amount of data used will depend on the size of the notification and any accompanying data, such as images.
Automatic backups of data on a mobile device, such as photos or app data, will consume mobile data when they are being transferred over the internet. The amount of data used will depend on the size of the backup and the frequency of the backups.
Lastly, automatic updates for your apps or operating system can wreak havoc on your mobile data usage by consuming large amounts of data.
The exact methods to disable these depend on whether you use Android or iOS and can usually be found under your phone’s Settings.
Disabling background refreshing on Android and iOS
Background refreshing on a mobile device refers to the process of updating apps and content while they are not actively being used. This can include things like checking for new emails, updating social media feeds, or downloading new data.
Background refreshing can be useful as it allows apps to stay up-to-date and provide fresh content when you open them. However, it can also consume a significant amount of data and battery life, particularly if multiple apps are refreshing in the background at the same time.
Users can typically control which apps are allowed to refresh in the background and when, either through the app settings or through the device's settings. Disabling background refreshing can help reduce data usage and extend battery life. You can follow the steps below to fine-tune your background refreshing.
For Android
Turn off background data: Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Data usage. Tap on an app and then toggle off the "Background data" option. This will prevent the app from using data in the background.
Turn off automatic app updates: Go to the Google Play Store app, tap the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) in the top left, and then tap "Settings". Under "General", toggle off the "Auto-update apps" option. This will prevent apps from updating automatically, but you can still update them manually when you choose.
Use data saver mode: Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Data saver. Toggle on the "Data saver" option. This will restrict apps from using data in the background, but you can choose to allow specific apps to use background data if needed.
For iOS
Turn off background app refresh: Go to Settings > General > Background App Refresh. Toggle off the "Background App Refresh" option or toggle off the switch next to specific apps that you don't want to refresh in the background.
Turn off automatic app updates: Go to Settings > iTunes & App Store. Toggle off the "Updates" option under the "Automatic Downloads" section. This will prevent apps from updating automatically, but you can still update them manually when you choose.
Use low power mode: Go to Settings > Battery. Toggle on the "Low Power Mode" option. This will restrict background activity and refresh for all apps, but you can still use the apps as normal.
Save your mobile data using the best Europe eSIMs
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20GB 4G data
120 minutes of international voice calling credit
1,000 international SMS
Unlimited voice calls in Europe
Unlimited SMS in Europe
French phone number
8GB 4G data
30 minutes of international voice calling credit
200 international SMS
Unlimited voice calls in Europe
Unlimited SMS in Europe
French phone number
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10GB 4G/LTE Data in Europe
Valid for 30 days
Data only
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3GB 4G/LTE Data in Europe
Valid for 3 days
Data only
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6GB 4G/LTE Data in Europe
Valid for 7 days
Data only
Instant activation
TRAVELERS WEEKEND ESIM EUROPE 6GB – Valid for 30 days
6GB 4G/LTE Data in Europe
Valid for 30 days
Data only
Instant activation
How to set up your eSIM for Europe?
Our quick and easy process will have you set up and ready to go in just a few simple steps.
To get started, visit our website at www.holidayesim.com and purchase the eSIM bundle that best meets your needs. Once you've made your purchase, check your email for a QR code. This code is what you'll use to set up your new connection.
To activate your eSIM, follow these steps:
Open the Settings app on your phone.
Navigate to the "Use a different network" option.
When prompted, select "Scan QR code" and scan the code that you received in your email.
It's that easy! Just keep in mind that it's best to wait until you're physically present in Europe to scan your code. Activating your eSIM before you arrive could cause your plan to start unnecessarily. We recommend purchasing your eSIM bundle in advance to take advantage of our offers and waiting until you're on the ground to complete the activation process.
Devices compatible with Europe eSIM
eSIMs are supported by most modern phones and are expected to eventually replace traditional SIM cards completely.
In addition to phones, eSIMs can also be used on a range of other devices such as laptops and smartwatches. To determine if your device is compatible with an eSIM for use in Europe, please refer to our compatibility guide.
Europe eSIM countries coverage
Your Europe eSIM will work in all the destinations listed below. For any questions related to your plan, please call +33969393900.
Andorra, Azores, Aland islands, Austria, Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, Belgium, Cyprus, Crete, Corfu, The Cyclades, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faeroe Islands, Finland, France mainland, Gibraltar, Germany, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Madeira, Malta, Isle of Man, Norway, Netherlands, Portugal, Poland, Rhodes, Romania, Spain, United Kingdom, San Marino, Sardinia, Sicily, Slovakia, Switzerland, Sweden, Vatican City.