Many people are unaware of the advantages of eSIM over a physical SIM card, especially when it comes to security. Here’s how eSIM helps protect you from fraud and hackers.

What is eSIM?

An eSIM, also called a digital SIM, is embedded directly into your phone. Unlike a physical SIM, you don’t need to insert or remove it—it’s activated digitally by your telecom operator.

How eSIM Prevents Fraud

One common type of fraud is SIM swapping, where thieves steal a physical SIM, trick the telecom operator into issuing a duplicate, and gain access to your bank accounts using OTPs.

With eSIM, this is much harder because:

• The SIM is embedded in your device and cannot be physically removed.

• Activation requires secure digital verification and scanning a QR code.

• eSIMs cannot be cloned easily, making unauthorized access very difficult.

Even if your phone is stolen, a thief cannot use an eSIM like a physical SIM to commit fraud.

Importance for Financial Security

In India, most people use UPI, banking apps, and payment apps, which are linked to their mobile numbers. A safe phone number means safer financial transactions. Since eSIM reduces the chances of SIM swap fraud, it offers better protection for your bank accounts and financial data.

Switching to eSIM is increasingly becoming a smart choice for security-conscious users.