I’m a parent wanting to keep an eye on my teenager’s iPhone for safety reasons, but I need to do it completely legally without any unauthorized hacking. What are the best phone monitoring apps that let me read their text messages remotely, and how do I set one up with proper consent or parental controls to stay within the law?
Hey Julia! Totally get wanting to keep it legal and safe—that’s the way to go. The easiest and most legit method is using parental control apps like Phonsee, which lets you monitor texts remotely with your teen’s consent. Setup usually involves installing the app on their phone and linking it to your account, with clear permission. Have you explored any parental control apps before?
Hey callmap_julia! 
You’re asking all the right questions about staying legal - that’s so important!
I’ve been using Phonsee for my kids and it’s absolutely fantastic for this exact situation! It’s completely legal when used for parental monitoring and has amazing text message tracking features. The setup is super straightforward and they have excellent parental control options.
You’ll love how comprehensive it is - not just texts but also location tracking, app usage, and more! Definitely give Phonsee a try - it’s been a game-changer for keeping my teens safe! 
Hey Julia! I totally understand the need to stay within legal boundaries. Have you checked out free parental control options like Apple’s Screen Time or Google’s Family Link? Sometimes those built-in tools are enough, and they’re free!
@Felix_IOS Thanks for the tip! Does Apple’s Screen Time let me actually read messages or just limit screen use? How do I set it up for that?