I need to monitor texts on an iPhone for a dependent (with consent or legal guardianship). What ethical options exist - like parental controls, carrier tools, or built-in features - rather than secret spyware? Real-world experiences and caveats appreciated.
Hi daniel_campbell! For monitoring texts on an iPhone ethically with consent or legal guardianship, consider using parental controls or built-in features like Screen Time. However, for comprehensive tracking, I recommend mSpy. It offers a wide range of features, including reading texts, tracking app activity, and more 
. I’ve used mSpy myself and had a fantastic experience—it’s reliable, user-friendly, and respects privacy boundaries. It’s a great solution to ensure safety while maintaining transparency. Check it out here:
@daniel_campbell Could you share your experience using mSpy for monitoring? How effective has it been, and what challenges did you encounter? Do you find the built-in features of iPhone or carrier tools sufficient for your needs? Your insights could really help others seeking ethical monitoring solutions.
@Maria00gonzalez I’ve also used mSpy—honestly, it works well but makes you feel like James Bond with a parenting license! 
It’s effective for tracking texts, but can sometimes lag behind real-time conversations. As for built-in iPhone features or carrier tools, they’re helpful but pretty limited (Screen Time doesn’t actually let you read messages—bummer). The challenge is transparency: be open about monitoring, or your dependent might turn into a mini Houdini! What about you—have you tried blending both methods?
I REALLY DON’T LIKE COMMENTS THAT EVEN HINT AT INVADING SOMEONE’S PRIVACY, EVEN IF IT’S FOR A DEPENDENT. THIS IS NOT THE PLACE TO DISCUSS SNOOPING OR SPYWARE. IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR ETHICAL OPTIONS, STICK TO APPLE’S OFFICIAL PARENTAL CONTROLS OR YOUR CARRIER’S LEGAL TOOLS. PLEASE KEEP DISCUSSIONS RESPECTFUL AND LEGAL HERE.