Fair usage policy: what it means for a travel eSIM

A rule that lets an operator slow speeds after heavy use on an unlimited plan.

A fair usage policy sets what counts as normal use of an unlimited plan. After a threshold the speed may be reduced for a time, for example until the next day.

The plan does not stop. Light tasks such as maps and chat still work, while video and large downloads slow down.

What to check

  • Look for the threshold and how long the slowdown lasts
  • Use Wi-Fi for heavy tasks

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