Does Unlocking Bootloader Deletes eSIM?

I have recently been asked this question on my Telegram Channel- if I unlock the bootloader on my device, will it delete the eSIM as well? For the unaware, unlocking the bootloader tends to factory reset the device, so the likes of apps, their data, all the files stored in the internal storage, the System settings [including saved WiFi passwords], and your Google accounts are all gone from your device. So wouldn’t it remove the eSIM profile from the device as well? Let’s find out.

Does Unlocking Bootloader Delete eSIM?

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The answer is no, unlocking the bootloader will not delete the eSIM from your device. It will remain intact. eSIM is usually deleted or removed under the following circumstances:

  • When you flash an incorrect modem or radio file.
  • When you erase the likes of persist and modem partitions via Fastboot [depending on your device].
  • When the EFS/NV partitions get corrupted.

Still, if you wish to be on the safer side, you can back up the eSIM QR Code activation to a safer place [such as your PC or clouds]. If you don’t have a QR Code, you can ask the same from your carrier. They will give it to you after verifying a few details. Once you get the code, you just need to scan it, and the eSIM will be ip and running in no time.

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