My data is working, but Data Roaming is still toggled off?
If your data is working while **Data Roaming** is toggled off, it could mean one of the following:
1. **You’re Still Using a Local Network (No Roaming)**
– If you’re still in your home country or within your carrier’s network coverage area (e.g., your carrier operates in multiple countries like the EU), your phone doesn’t need to roam. This means **Data Roaming** isn’t required, and your data will work even with the toggle off.
2. **Your eSIM Plan Includes Local Data**
– If you’ve purchased a local eSIM for your destination, it may already be configured to work on a local network without requiring **Data Roaming**. In this case, you’re using the network’s native data plan, so roaming isn’t needed.
3. **Certain eSIM Providers Don’t Require Data Roaming**
– Some international eSIM providers structure their data plans so that they don’t require **Data Roaming** to be on, even when you’re abroad. This could be the case with your provider.
4. **Network Compatibility**
– Your eSIM may automatically connect to a network that doesn’t classify your usage as “roaming,” which would allow data services without toggling on **Data Roaming**.
Should You Enable Data Roaming?
– **If traveling internationally**: While your data works without **Data Roaming**, it’s generally good to keep it off unless you’re sure your plan covers roaming fees, as enabling it could lead to unexpected charges if the network changes.
When You Might Need to Toggle Data Roaming On:
– If you move to a region or country where your eSIM connects to a different network than the one you purchased the plan for, you may need to turn on **Data Roaming** to continue using data.
Since your data is working fine, it’s safe to leave **Data Roaming** off unless you encounter any connectivity issues.