What is a sm-dp+ address?

An SM-DP+ address, also known as Subscription Manager Data Preparation (SM-DP+), is a secure platform within the mobile telecommunications industry that manages the provisioning of SIM cards for mobile network operators.

The SM-DP+ platform is responsible for securely downloading and managing the profiles that contain the necessary settings and configurations for a SIM card to function on a specific network. These profiles can control various aspects of the SIM card's functionality, such as data usage, voice calls, messaging, and roaming capabilities.

The SM-DP+ address is a unique identifier assigned to the SM-DP+ platform by the mobile network operator. It is used by the SIM card to communicate with the SM-DP+ platform and download the necessary profiles for activation and provisioning on the network.

Overall, the SM-DP+ platform plays a crucial role in the secure provisioning and management of SIM cards, ensuring that they are properly configured and activated for use on a specific mobile network.