Travelers visiting China rent a cell phone instead of bringing their personal devices. This is due to the rising threat of data theft and hacking. Using an unsecured personal phone in China can be risky considering the ongoing trade war and political situation between China and the USA.
Cellular Abroad China cell phone rental service gives you a clean, secure device – no personal data stored – and includes a built-in VPN. This helps you browse freely and access blocked apps safely.
Many visitors prefer our China cell phone rental instead of using their own phone because of these reasons.
✓ Device hacking and data theft risks
✓ Government surveillance concerns
✓ Restricted access to apps and websites
✓ You may get compromised accounts upon return
✓ A fully secure device with factory-reset condition
✓ Use VPN for safe and stress free browsing in China
✓ You can Access to blocked apps (Facebook, Instagram, Google, WhatsApp, U.S. news sites)
✓ Personal information / data stays protected
✓ Peace of mind during and after travel
- To rent a phone for your trip to China, please select a cell phone type and model (i.e., iPhone 12, etc.)
- Select the departure date and the return date. This will also display the cost of the rental.
- Click on Add to Cart and Proceed to Checkout page for payment to complete the order.
- Receive phone and add any apps with Wi Fi before your departure. Phone is ready to use upon arrival in China.
- Upon return from your trip, remove personal information and any passwords/pin or Apple ID.
- Send back with the USPS package included with your rental (USA only).
What’s Included with the Secure Phone Rental for China
When you buy our China cell phone rental you also get all important accessories. We deliver everything at the doorstep including these:
- Your selected phone (Example: iPhone or Android)
- SIM card already inserted & activated
- Travel charger
- International Plug adapters
- Instructions for easy setup
- Prepaid return shipping (U.S. customers only)
- Delivery 2 – 3 days before departure (time permitting)
Need Connectivity in Hong Kong Too?
If you need a rental phone that also works in Hong Kong, in addition to China, Please opt for our Hong Kong Rental Phones solutions as they work in both destinations.
Key Features of China Phone Rental
| Total Data | 15 GB Data |
| Coverage | All of China + Macau |
| Registration | No registration procedure. Ready to go upon arrival |
| Allows Apps | Works with WhatsApp, Talkatone, Instagram, Google, etc. |
| Calling | With an app such as Whatsapp or Talkatone |
| Text messaging | With an app such as Whatsapp or Talkatone |
| US/Canada phone number | With an app such as Talkatone |
We recommend you consider the following apps:
WeChat – This is a popular calling, texting and payment app used all over China.
Alipay – An alternative payment app to WeChat.
Talkatone – Talkatone is a free app that will give you a US or Canadian number and will allow you to call/text to the USA and Canada for free and for users from the US/Canada to contact you.
Bauidu Maps or Apple Maps – Bauidu Maps or Apple Mapsto see where you are and where you are going.
Didi – Didi is China’s version of Uber (can also be found within the AliPay and WeChat apps).
We also have a hotspot rental available for China which is very popular. With a hotspot, you do not have to rely on your hotel WiFi, which is not secure, to access the internet with your laptop or other device.
For other options, explore our China SIM Card and China Hotspot Rental options to stay connected effortlessly during your travels.
