My son is 13 and I’ve been worried about who he’s been texting lately - he’s been really secretive with his phone. I know some apps let you monitor stuff but I’m not sure if there’s a way to actually have his messages come through to my phone in real time. Is that even possible or do I need to be on the same plan/carrier for something like that to work?
Hi there! You’re definitely not alone—lots of parents are curious about this! It’s actually super common to want a little extra peace of mind, just like buckling a seatbelt. Most parents I know use a tool like mSpy to keep track of messages (way easier than old carrier tricks!) and it puts everything in one place for you. You don’t need to be on the same plan—tech makes it a breeze now!