How to receive texts on 2 phones

Hi annie3,

I understand you'd like to be able to see any messages your son has sent or receives on his iPhone. Unfortunately, there is not a feature built into iPhone (as of now) that allows that ability. However I've heard of several workaround methods that allow you to monitor messages just like you implied with using your Apple IDs. Because there are several methods you could use as a workaround a quick Google search will show you a wide variety of different methods you can try. It may also help if you explain to your child that they understand what they can or can't do with their iPhone including a discussion about who, or what they text and setting clear expectations. I'd also like you to know that Apple has implemented features to enable restrictions on iPhone which can also limit access to certain features or apps. For more information about using Restrictions on iPhone please read this support article from Apple: Use Restrictions on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support.

I'm sorry I wasn't able to give a solution that completely solves the issue you may be having, however I hope some of these tips will help you a little. If you have any other questions or concerns please don't hesitate to ask. If you'd like to suggest Apple to implement a feature like that onto iPhone feel free to suggest it here: http://www.apple.com/feedback/.

Regards,

John

You will, regardless of the solution, need to have the "being monitored"'s Apple ID and password to effectively do this.

Since they will be able to change their password without your knowledge, it could possibly turn in to a cat and mouse game for you.

Privacy extends to all Apple phone users, regardless of age.

annie3 wrote:

Thanks John... Full disclosure should, and has been had with the child... to extend to them even letting their friend know we have access to all of it. With so many issues our kids face these days, having a pulse on things so we can help them navigate if we see them struggling is our goal. A friend of mine works in an industry and reviews company emails as part of her job... it's so important these kids understand nothing is ever completely private and the digital footprint they create will follow them forever. Better to learn to monitor their own behavior with the idea it's never really private sooner rather than later is my philosophy.

Apparently, most adults don't even realize or consider that work phones and emails are all accessible in some way, shape, or form if needed.

Hey again,

You're more than welcome annie3! It's great you're teaching your child and their friends about being careful with the digital world, and especially at a young age. What I love about iPhone is how secure it is, and how easy it is to manage your privacy settings. And in fact, according to a webpage all about iPhones Apple states it gives it's developers tools to make apps that are super safe such as tools like to create top-notch APIs, encryption, and app transport security. Apple also includes rock-solid security features onto iPhone such as trusted boot. I also am fond of how important privacy is to Apple. If you want more information about privacy and Apple, you can find out more at the following articles published from Apple:

• http://www.apple.com/privacy/manage-your-privacy/
• http://www.apple.com/privacy/
• http://www.apple.com/privacy/approach-to-privacy/

I hope I've helped you. And again please don't hesitate to post back if you're still having any issues or you encounter issues later on! 😀

Regards,

John