We wanted the inconvenience gone.
"Every trip abroad meant hunting for a SIM card, buying it, setting it up." We built SIMLESS to make that ritual disappear.
Project Overview
SIMLESS revolutionizes eSIM distribution by combining Shopify's ecommerce infrastructure with Web3 technologies. Our solution enables:
- Instant Global Connectivity: Customers purchase and activate eSIMs directly through Shopify stores
- Blockchain Verification: Each eSIM is minted as an NFT for authenticity tracking
- Decentralized Identity: Users control their telecom credentials via Web3 wallets
- Automated Provisioning: Smart contracts handle instant eSIM delivery after payment
Technical Implementation
Shopify Integration
- Custom Liquid templates for eSIM product pages
- Private app handling API calls to eSIM providers
- Metamask payment gateway for crypto transactions
Web3 Components
- ERC-1155 contracts for eSIM NFTs
- IPFS storage for eSIM profiles
- Polygon blockchain for low-cost transactions
Business Benefits
1. For Merchants:
- 5% lower fees than traditional payment processors
- Built-in anti-fraud through blockchain verification
- Recurring revenue via data top-up NFTs
2. For Customers:
- 90-second activation (vs. 24h for physical SIM)
- Resell unused data via NFT marketplace
- Privacy-focused anonymous purchases
Compliance Features
- KYC/AML through decentralized identity protocols
- Automated tax calculation per jurisdiction
- GDPR-compliant data handling