How to Check Your Mobile Data Usage & Use Reset Statistics on iPhone and Android

If you're traveling with an eSIM or using a prepaid data plan, it’s important to know how to check data usage. Whether you want to monitor your hotspot consumption, track daily data use, or understand reset statistics, this guide will help you stay in control—especially with eSIM Prime.


Why Should You Track Data Usage?

Many users search for:
» How to check hotspot usage on iPhone
» How much hotspot do I have left?
» Where to find mobile data usage on Android?

Tracking your data helps you:
» Avoid overuse and speed throttling
» Know when to recharge or upgrade
» Control apps that consume data in the background


How to Check Data Usage on iPhone

Steps:
» Settings → Mobile Data
» Scroll down to see data used per app
» At the bottom, you’ll find the “Reset Statistics” option

This is useful if you want to monitor usage during a specific trip or billing cycle.
You may ask:
» What does Reset Statistics on iPhone do?
It resets counters (not your data plan), letting you measure fresh usage.

🧠 Tip: Reset stats right after activating your eSIM Prime plan.


How to Track Usage on Android

Android gives even more visibility:
» Settings → Network & Internet → Mobile Data Usage
» View daily, weekly, and monthly usage
» Tap individual apps to see what’s using most data
» Some Androids also show hotspot usage

Looking for a supported device?
📱 See All eSIM-Compatible Phones


Hotspot Usage & Tethering Data

Do you share internet with other devices?
Here’s what to know:
» Hotspot usage is part of your mobile data total
» Use “Reset Stats” to measure hotspot separately
» Some carriers offer separate usage stats for tethering

If you’re wondering:
» How to save mobile data on iPhone/Android
» How much hotspot do I use for Netflix or Zoom?
→ Netflix (480p): ~500MB/hour
→ Zoom: ~1GB/hour


Use Reset Statistics Before Every Trip

» Helps track eSIM usage accurately
» Avoids confusion with past data
» Great for short-term travel or business trips

To make the most of your data, turn on Data Saver Mode or Low Data Mode, and track app usage weekly.

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