Traveling with an eSIM and wondering how to share your internet? The personal hotspot feature lets you use your mobile phone as a Wi-Fi source for other devices—ideal for laptops, tablets, or friends' phones.
Let’s break down what personal hotspot is, how it works, and how to manage hotspot usage effectively while using eSIM Prime.
What Is a Personal Hotspot?
A personal hotspot (also known as mobile hotspot) allows your phone to share its internet connection via:
» Wi-Fi
» Bluetooth
» USB tethering
Whether you're using iPhone or Android, the process is similar. This feature turns your phone into a mini router—great for working remotely or staying online when there’s no Wi-Fi.
How to Use Personal Hotspot on iPhone
Many travelers ask:
» How to activate hotspot on iPhone?
» How to check hotspot usage on iPhone?
Here’s how:
» Go to Settings → Personal Hotspot
» Enable “Allow Others to Join”
» Track your data under Mobile Data → Reset Statistics
Also, enable Low Data Mode to reduce consumption.
For complete setup:
🔗 Can I Call or Text with eSIM?
How to Use Hotspot on Android
Android users often search:
» How to use hotspot on Android
» Hotspot usage Android settings
» How to turn off tethering after sharing
Steps:
» Settings → Network & Internet → Hotspot & Tethering
» Enable Mobile Hotspot
» Choose your password and connection type
» Monitor data in “Data usage” section
Need a guide?
📱 Compatible Android Devices with eSIM
Common Questions & Answers
What is tethering and how does it work?
Tethering is the general term for sharing your phone's internet. Hotspot is the Wi-Fi-based form of it.
How much data does hotspot use?
That depends on what you connect. Watching videos or Zoom calls can burn 500MB/hour or more. Simple browsing uses less than 100MB/hour.
Can you tether without a data plan?
No. You need an active data plan—like those from eSIM Prime.
Does hotspot use more data than regular browsing?
Not exactly. But more devices mean more usage at the same time.
Stay in Control of Your Hotspot
» Reset stats before each trip: Settings → Mobile Data → Reset Statistics
» Use Low Data Mode while sharing
» Download offline content when possible
» Disable hotspot when not in use