Stay connected anywhere: try the GigSky eSIM for free


Traveling abroad can quickly turn into a WiFi scavenger hunt: between expensive roaming, local SIM cards to buy, and insecure public networks, staying connected can feel like a challenge.

With GigSky, all that stress disappears thanks to a simple and convenient solution designed for those who want to stay connected without complications. You can even test its efficiency with a free trial of the GigSky eSIM, giving you working internet as soon as you land—no credit card required and no unwanted automatic renewals.

GigSky’s free trial is far more generous than many other offerings on the market. While many providers limit service to a single day or just a few countries, GigSky allows you to test connectivity in 175 countries, with data allocations ranging from 100 MB up to 3 GB. This means that whether you’re on a short trip or traveling for work across continents, you can try the service and see exactly how it works before spending any money. The process is simple: download the GigSky app, create an account, and select your destination. No credit card is required—unless you opt for the special trial for Visa Infinite and Signature cardholders in the Americas, which provides up to 3 GB of free data depending on the destination country. Ideally, activate the trial a few hours before your flight so that data is ready as soon as you land.

The first free trial option offers 100 MB for 125 countries and lasts seven days. It may seem modest, but it’s enough for essential tasks: checking Uber, consulting maps, sending a quick WhatsApp message, and verifying that the connection works at your destination. The second option, launched in summer 2025, is designed for travelers visiting multiple European cities: it provides 500 MB across 42 European countries, still without a credit card, allowing you to use the same eSIM in multiple cities without purchasing separate plans. The third option, available through a partnership with Visa, is the most generous: it offers 1 to 3 GB of data for a period of seven to fifteen days, exclusively for Visa Infinite or Signature cardholders in the Americas. Here too, entering your card is only to verify eligibility—no charges are applied. In many regions, such as the United States, Canada, and several Latin American countries, Visa cardholders can receive free data to stay online abroad at no cost.

What makes GigSky’s eSIM truly convenient is that no physical SIM card is needed: everything works digitally. Once the eSIM is installed through the app, it can be used immediately and reused for all future trips in over 200 countries, including supported cruises. There’s no need to manage multiple profiles or reinstall the eSIM each time you change destinations: install it once and simply purchase the data you need for your next trip. The connection is reliable because GigSky operates as a mobile network operator, automatically connecting to the best available local networks and providing 4G or 5G speeds depending on the destination. This means network issues are resolved more quickly compared to services that resell third-party connections. Additionally, using an eSIM ensures safe and private browsing, avoiding the risks associated with public WiFi, which is especially common in airports.

The free data is designed for essential uses: browsing, messaging, contacting Airbnb hosts, booking rides via apps, and downloading offline maps. Video streaming, large downloads, or social networks with autoplay videos quickly consume the connection, so it’s best to reserve these activities for a secure WiFi network. This way, your initial moments after arrival are covered and risk-free, while data-heavy activities can wait until you have access to a more stable connection or a paid data plan.

Another useful feature is that you can keep your home number active for iMessage and WhatsApp while using the GigSky eSIM for data. Traditional calls and SMS require your home operator’s roaming and incur additional costs, but data-based apps work seamlessly. Managing SIMs and eSIMs is intuitive: a single click in your phone settings switches from your home SIM to the GigSky eSIM without any risk of mistakes.

When you reach 80% of your free trial data, the app sends a notification, giving you the option to purchase a paid plan directly within the app. Every purchase decision remains entirely in your hands: no automatic renewals or surprise charges. Additionally, every data purchase earns 5% GigSky credit, which can be used for future plans—an extra incentive to save on upcoming trips.

Before you leave, it’s recommended to install and set up the app and eSIM, as installation requires an Internet connection. This way, once you arrive at your destination, you’re already connected and ready to go without having to search for WiFi or local SIM shops. The GigSky free trial thus serves as a safety net for every traveler: it allows you to test connection quality, speed, and app functionality before making any investment, avoiding costly alternatives like international roaming or local SIMs.

Ultimately, trying GigSky is a simple, safe, and free way to stay connected wherever you are, saving time, money, and stress during your travels.

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Giorgia Lombardo

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