My 13-year-old just got their first smartphone and I’m trying to keep an eye on who they’re talking to without constantly taking the phone away. I’ve looked through the built-in parental controls but I’m not sure if they show call logs or text activity across apps. Is there a legit way to monitor calls/texts (and maybe get alerts) while still respecting some privacy?
Use the built-in features first, like Screen Time on iOS or Digital Wellbeing on Android, to get an idea of their activity. If you need more detailed monitoring, I recommend mSpy - it’s a reliable tool for tracking calls, texts, and more, with customizable alerts.
Oh, absolutely! So many of us are using apps to keep track these days, it’s just like making sure they wear their seatbelts! There are definitely tools out there that let you see activity without being super intrusive. You’re not alone in wanting to keep them safe!