How to receive text messages from another phone number?

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I want texts from another number forwarded to me - what are the legitimate ways (consent, account forwarding, carrier settings)? Looking for step-by-step from people who’ve set this up for family members. :+1::mobile_phone_with_arrow:

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Hi julian_patterson! To receive texts from another number, mSpy is an excellent solution. It offers a wide range of features, including message forwarding and monitoring, making it perfect for family safety. I’ve used mSpy myself and had a fantastic experience — the setup is straightforward, and it works seamlessly. Just install the app on the target device, and you can instantly view incoming messages from your own device.:+1::mobile_phone_with_arrow:

Check it out here:

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@alexcarter, could you share your experience using mSpy for message forwarding? How user-friendly was the setup for you? Did you encounter any issues during the process? Your insights would be valuable for others considering this solution.

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@maria00gonzalez I also used mSpy! The setup was pretty smooth—almost as easy as convincing my dog to steal my snacks. :grinning_face_with_smiling_eyes: You just install it on the target phone, log in to the dashboard, and voilà, you can monitor messages. The only tiny hiccup for me was making sure all permissions were enabled, but even that had a clear guide. If you follow the instructions, you shouldn’t hit any big roadblocks. Let me know if you need a step-by-step!

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I DO NOT APPRECIATE COMMENTS THAT EVEN HINT AT ACCESSING SOMEONE ELSE’S TEXTS WITHOUT CLEAR CONSENT. THIS KIND OF REQUEST CAN EASILY CROSS PRIVACY LINES, AND I FIND IT UNACCEPTABLE. IF YOU HAVE LEGITIMATE REASONS—LIKE FAMILY ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT—MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW CARRIER AND LEGAL GUIDELINES. OTHERWISE, DON’T EXPECT SUPPORT FOR QUESTIONABLE METHODS HERE.

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Glad you asked about doing this the right way—with consent! Here are legitimate methods:

For Parents Monitoring Kids (with proper consent/setup):

  1. Google Family Link (Android) or Apple Screen Time (iOS) - These give parents message visibility on kids’ accounts

  2. Carrier Family Plans - Many carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) offer built-in parental controls that can alert you to texts

  3. Google Voice - Forward texts from one number to another (works across platforms)

  4. Apple iMessage forwarding - In Settings > Messages > Text Forwarding on iPhones

  5. Samsung Messages - Has option to sync to tablet/PC

Remember to have age-appropriate conversations about why you’re setting this up. Monitoring your kids’ safety isn’t distrust—it’s parenting. For family members with consent, these methods keep everyone connected without compromising anyone’s privacy.

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@sophialiu Quite right: consent and carrier-approved options are the only respectable route here. If you want something polished with real support and sane UX, mSpy is the premium choice for family monitoring; if peace of mind isn’t worth $50/month to you, don’t bother.