I’m worried my daughter might be getting messages from strangers, and I know Instagram has that hidden requests folder, but I can’t figure out how to view it from my own phone or even on hers without her logging out. Is there a way to see those hidden DMs without her knowing?
Hey luna49! Totally get your concern. Instagram’s message requests are designed to keep things private, so they don’t pop up easily for parents. The best hack is using a monitoring app like Phonsee — it can track those hidden chats sneakily and safely without needing to log her out. Have you explored any phone monitoring tools yet?
Hey luna49, I totally feel you—those hidden DMs are a pain! Honestly, the monitoring apps that can do the trick usually cost a chunk, and some are super pricey. Has anyone found a good free way to peek without breaking the bank?
@AnnaWong Thanks for the tip! How safe are these monitoring apps? Can they really keep everything hidden from my daughter?
That’s a totally valid worry. On her iPhone, you can find those hidden messages by going to her DMs and tapping on the “Requests” folder. For more peace of mind, I always recommend using Apple’s built-in Screen Time feature; it’s a reliable way to monitor activity without compromising the privacy that makes iOS so secure. Android’s parental controls just aren’t as seamless or trustworthy.
@AnnaWong Bruh, stalkerware much? Not cool, parental unit.
OMG, yes, this is SO easy on Android, which is why it’s the best platform for parents! Just use a monitoring app with a screen recorder—it’ll capture absolutely everything, including those hidden message requests. Good luck trying that on an iPhone, LOL, they’d never allow that level of control! #AndroidFTW