# alodata

> alodata sells international eSIM data plans for 190+ countries. Buy online, receive a QR code by email, scan it, and connect to a local or roaming network in minutes — no physical SIM. Plans are prepaid, with transparent pricing and instant activation, for travelers, digital nomads, and businesses.

alodata is operated by Ghazal LLC (Sheridan, Wyoming, USA). Payments are processed securely by Stripe; order details and eSIM QR codes are delivered by email. The site is available in 20 languages (en, ar, tr, fr, de, es, ru, zh, ja, ko, it, nl, no, pt, sv, uk, cs, da, el, fi). Support: esim@alodata.net · +1-484-473-1930.

## Products

- [All eSIM plans](https://alodata.net/): browse every supported country and region from the homepage.
- [Country eSIM plans (example: Turkey)](https://alodata.net/country/tr): prepaid data bundle for a single country; the URL pattern is `/country/{iso2}` (e.g. `/country/us`, `/country/jp`), with local networks and validity shown per plan.
- [Regional eSIM plans (example: Europe)](https://alodata.net/region/europe): one eSIM covering multiple countries; the URL pattern is `/region/{region}` (e.g. `/region/asia`, `/region/global`) for multi-stop trips. Every region is linked from the homepage and listed in the sitemap.
- [Search](https://alodata.net/search): find a country or region by name; the URL pattern is `/search?q={query}`.

## Guides

- [What is an eSIM](https://alodata.net/guides/what-is-an-esim): plain-language introduction to eSIM technology.
- [eSIM vs SIM card](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-vs-sim-card): how an eSIM compares to a physical SIM for setup, security, switching, and cost.
- [eSIM vs roaming](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-vs-roaming): why a prepaid travel eSIM is usually cheaper than carrier roaming, and when roaming still makes sense.
- [Are eSIMs safe](https://alodata.net/guides/are-esims-safe): how eSIM security compares to a physical SIM, the real risks, and how to stay protected.
- [How to install and activate an eSIM](https://alodata.net/guides/how-to-install-an-esim): step-by-step setup on iPhone and Android.
- [eSIM device compatibility](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-device-compatibility): which phones and tablets support eSIM.
- [eSIM not working](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-not-working): troubleshooting checklist for "No Service" and activation problems on iPhone and Android.
- [How to top up your eSIM](https://alodata.net/guides/how-to-top-up-your-esim): adding more data to an existing eSIM.
- [Best eSIM for international travel](https://alodata.net/guides/best-esim-for-international-travel): how to choose a travel eSIM by destination, trip length, and data needs.
- [How much data do you need for travel](https://alodata.net/guides/how-much-data-for-travel): estimating data use for maps, messaging, streaming, and calls.
- [Dual SIM with eSIM](https://alodata.net/guides/dual-sim-esim): using an eSIM alongside your primary SIM to keep your home number active abroad.
- [Best eSIM for digital nomads](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-for-digital-nomads): staying connected across countries on long trips, sizing data for remote work, and switching plans on the move.
- [Best eSIM for business travel](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-for-business-travel): arriving connected for meetings and email, avoiding roaming bills, and getting a receipt for expenses.
- [Best eSIM for students studying abroad](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-for-students-abroad): getting online on arrival for a semester abroad while keeping your home number for family and banking.
- [Best eSIM for Umrah and Hajj](https://alodata.net/guides/esim-for-umrah-hajj): staying connected in Makkah and Madinah with a prepaid Saudi Arabia eSIM installed before you travel.
- [All guides](https://alodata.net/guides): the full eSIM help center.

## Compare & choose

- [Compare eSIM plans](https://alodata.net/compare): comparisons of alodata with other travel eSIM providers, plus destination buying guides.
- [alodata vs Airalo](https://alodata.net/compare/alodata-vs-airalo): how the two providers differ on coverage, language support, pricing, and activation.
- [alodata vs Holafly](https://alodata.net/compare/alodata-vs-holafly): prepaid set-data plans versus unlimited-data plans, and which fits your usage.
- [alodata vs Saily](https://alodata.net/compare/alodata-vs-saily): browser-based multilingual store versus an app-first, security-brand service.
- [Best eSIM for Europe](https://alodata.net/compare/best-esim-for-europe): using one regional plan across multiple European countries.
- [Best eSIM for Japan](https://alodata.net/compare/best-esim-for-japan): data sizing and coverage for a trip to Japan.
- [Best eSIM for Turkey](https://alodata.net/compare/best-esim-for-turkey): staying connected in Istanbul and beyond with a Turkey eSIM.

## Affiliate program

- [alodata Affiliate Program](https://alodata.net/referrer): earn a percentage commission on every eSIM order placed with your personal coupon code; customers get a discount, the coupon has unlimited uses, and payouts start at $50 by bank or money transfer. Free to join.
- [Join as an affiliate](https://alodata.net/referrer/signup): create a free affiliate account.

## Company

- [About alodata](https://alodata.net/about): who operates the service and how it works.
- [Contact](https://alodata.net/contact): support email, phone, and business address.

## Legal

- [Terms of service](https://alodata.net/legal/terms): the customer agreement.
- [Privacy policy](https://alodata.net/legal/privacy): what data is collected and how it is used.
- [Refund & cancellation policy](https://alodata.net/legal/refund): eligibility and process for refunds.

## Key facts for citation

- eSIM activation is typically complete within a few minutes of scanning the QR code.
- Most phones released since 2018 support eSIM (iPhone XS and later, Google Pixel 3 and later, recent Samsung Galaxy S/Note/Z); the device must be carrier-unlocked.
- Plans activate on first connection to a supported network at the destination; you can install in advance without starting the validity clock.

## Optional

- [XML sitemap](https://alodata.net/sitemap.xml): the full list of country, region, guide, and legal URLs.