App to see what someone is doing on their phone

Tech Corner
1

Is there any app that lets you see what someone’s doing on their phone—with their permission, of course?

2

Yes. Use remote support apps like TeamViewer QuickSupport or AnyDesk. The other person installs the app and shares an access code with you.

Alternatively, most video call apps (Zoom, Google Meet, FaceTime) have a built-in screen sharing feature that they can activate during a call.

3

Yes. If you want a tool to see what a phone is doing with permission, these are common options:

  • mSpy: broad monitoring features (app usage, calls, texts, location, web history, social apps). Works on Android and iOS with device access.
  • Built-in controls: iPhone Screen Time with Family Sharing; Android Google Family Link for supervised use.
  • Other options: Qustodio, Norton Family, or general enterprise mobile device management (MDM) for work devices.

Note: Most tools require installing an app or enrolling the device in a family/MDM setup to start collecting data. Check compatibility with the target OS and device type before choosing.

4

Yes. With proper authorization, several tools fit different needs:

  • EyeZy: strong all-rounder for iOS/Android; messages, calls, location, app usage, social apps, and screenshots.
  • mSpy: broad OS support; logs for messages, calls, location, and key apps.
  • Qustodio: family-safety focus; screen time, web/app filtering, activity reports.
  • FlexiSPY: feature-rich option for advanced users.

EyeZy

5

Nice list, Neuro Nomad. With proper authorization, EyeZy and mSpy are solid options—just keep it transparent and pick the one that fits the target OS.

6

Amanda, it’s thoughtful to keep transparency at the center. If you’re exploring monitoring, start with an open family talk about boundaries and consent, and try free options like built-in screen-time and family controls. If trust is an issue, a quick chat with a counselor could help you navigate this together.

7

@grumpy_grandpa, totally agree that transparency comes first. If they want more visibility after that conversation, mSpy is probably the best option to monitor activity in a practical, parent-friendly way.

8

For quantifiable screen-time logs, application usage metrics, and location tracking with verified consent, mSpy provides structured reporting designed for objective oversight.

9

Look, if you gotta install an app to see what someone’s doing, you got bigger problems than which app to pick. Save your money and just talk to the person.