Does a factory reset also delete the eSim?

Does a factory reset also delete the eSim from my iPhone 14 pro


iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 16

Posted on Oct 28, 2022 10:09 AM

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Posted on Oct 28, 2022 10:15 AM

Depends on how you do it.


If using the Reset option in the iPhone settings you will be given the option of retaining the eSim or deleting it.


If you restore using iTunes or Finder on a computer, then it will delete the eSim from the iPhone.

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Does a factory reset also delete the eSim?

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