Can someone delete messages from my phone remotely?

Yes, someone can remotely delete messages from your phone, but it usually requires specific conditions like being logged into your iCloud (for iPhone), using a company's Mobile Device Management (MDM) software, or potentially through a malicious app/hack, rather than a standard feature for regular users to delete another person's texts. Standard SMS messages can't be deleted remotely by the sender, but apps like Apple's iMessage (within a time limit) or carrier-specific services (like some Verizon features) allow message removal from both ends.

Can you tell if someone deleted your text on an iPhone?

You can't directly see if someone deleted messages on their iPhone as there's no notification or log, but you might find them in your own "Recently Deleted" folder if you deleted them, or if they used a feature like "Undo Send" (though that's different). The most reliable way to know for sure is if they tell you, or if the message disappears from your chat (especially if they "Unsend" it in apps like WhatsApp/Messenger, not native iMessage). 

How do I know if someone is reading my text messages from another device?

You can tell if someone's reading your texts from another phone by checking for signs like strange apps, increased data/battery use, unknown devices logged into your accounts (iCloud/Google), or unexpected forwarding messages; however, direct confirmation is hard, so look for spyware, iCloud/Google account compromise, or Bluetooth pairing with unknown devices as key indicators, and use end-to-end encrypted apps like Signal for truly private chats. 

Can someone remotely access my text messages?

Yes, it is possible, but they must first gain unauthorized access to your device or accounts. Hackers can achieve this through several methods, including installing spyware apps on your phone, gaining access to your iCloud or Google accounts to sync messages, or using a SIM swapping attack to redirect your messages to ...

Can someone else delete your text messages?

No, someone can't remotely delete texts from your phone unless they have physical access, know your passcode, or have installed spyware. Standard SMS messages are on your device and can't be deleted by the sender, though some messaging apps (like WhatsApp) allow senders to "unsend" or delete messages from both ends within a short time, and some apps offer self-destructing features. 

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Why have my text messages disappeared?

Your text messages likely disappeared due to automatic deletion settings (like "Keep Messages for 30 Days"), app glitches, sync issues with iCloud/cloud services, accidental deletion into a "Recently Deleted" folder, or low phone storage. Check your message settings to turn off automatic deletion, restart your phone, check for a recycle bin in your app, or look for iOS/Android updates to resolve bugs.
 

Can you delete iMessages from someone else's phone?

No, you cannot remotely delete messages from someone else's iPhone unless you use the official Undo Send feature within 2 minutes of sending an iMessage to a recipient with iOS 16 or later.

How do I know if my text messages have been hacked?

Dial *#21#: This code shows you the status of call forwarding. If calls, messages, or other data are being diverted without your knowledge, this is one of the key signs your phone is hacked. The results should all say “Not Forwarded.”

How do you know if your phone is being monitored?

If your phone is being monitored remotely, you might notice your battery draining quickly, spot unfamiliar apps, or your camera, microphone, or location turning on when you're not using them.

How is my wife reading my texts?

Your wife might be reading your texts by having physical access to your unlocked phone, sharing an Apple ID (especially with Family Sharing), using carrier account access, or by installing spyware; common methods include shared Apple IDs for syncing messages, checking your phone when unlocked, or carrier account details, with spyware being a more malicious possibility requiring security checks. To stop this, secure your phone with a strong passcode/Face ID, review linked devices and app permissions, check for unknown apps, and enable two-factor authentication on your Apple ID.
 

How do I know if my texts are being forwarded to another phone?

To check for text forwarding, look in your iPhone Settings > Messages > Text Message Forwarding for unfamiliar devices, or dial *#21# on your Phone app to see call/SMS forwarding status (especially useful for Android/general codes). On Android, also check your phone's messaging app settings and installed apps for any suspicious forwarding rules or unknown apps like SMS Forwarders that could be redirecting texts. 

How do you stop someone from monitoring your phone?

First, you can turn on airplane mode or turn off location tracking. It's also important to avoid using public Wi-Fi and get a VPN to encrypt your traffic. Additionally, you should revise app permissions and don't install any suspicious applications.

How do I stop messages from sharing between devices?

To stop messages from sharing between devices (Apple), you need to turn off Text Message Forwarding for SMS/MMS and disable Messages in iCloud or sign out of iMessage on other devices; you'll do this in Settings > Messages on your iPhone for forwarding, and in your Apple ID settings or the Messages app for syncing/iMessage. 

How can I see my wife's deleted text messages?

You generally cannot view your wife's deleted texts without her consent or access to her device/account, as messages are private; however, she might recover recently deleted texts (within 30-40 days) from the "Recently Deleted" folder on her iPhone or Android, or potentially from a cloud backup like iCloud/Google One if she has one from before deletion, but this usually requires a factory reset. 

How do you find hidden text messages on an iPhone?

To find hidden messages on an iPhone, check the Filters in the Messages app for "Unknown Senders" and the "Recently Deleted" folder for missed messages, or turn off the "Filter Unknown Senders" setting in Settings > Messages to see everything in one place, ensuring iCloud sync is on for messages across devices. 

How to see deleted history on iPhone?

You can see some deleted iPhone history in Safari's Website Data (Settings > Safari > Advanced) for cached sites, check other synced devices (iPad, Mac) if iCloud sync is on, or look at your Google My Activity if you used the Google app. For call history, check your carrier's website, and for general data, restore from a recent iCloud/iTunes backup made before deletion. 

How can I tell if someone has linked my phone to theirs?

To tell if your phone is linked to someone else's, check your Google/Apple account device lists, look for unknown apps or unusual activity (hot phone, fast battery drain, strange call noises), and review settings like Bluetooth, 'Call & text on other devices', or 'Link to Windows', as shared access often requires initial setup but leaves digital traces. 

What does ##21 do to your phone?

Dialing ##21# (or sometimes *#21#) on your phone is a USSD code used to check or deactivate unconditional call forwarding, not to detect hacking, though it's often spread as a "secret code" to check for surveillance. It tells your mobile carrier to display if all your calls and texts are being automatically redirected (forwarded) to another number, a setting potentially misused by scammers or hackers. 

Can I run a test to see if my phone is hacked?

Yes, you can check if your phone is hacked by looking for signs like unexplained battery drain, high data usage, unknown apps, pop-ups, slow performance, strange call noises, or unexpected account changes, and you can confirm by running a trusted anti-malware scan or checking your device settings for suspicious activity. 

How can I tell if someone is reading my text messages from another phone?

You can tell if someone's reading your texts from another phone by checking for signs like strange apps, increased data/battery use, unknown devices logged into your accounts (iCloud/Google), or unexpected forwarding messages; however, direct confirmation is hard, so look for spyware, iCloud/Google account compromise, or Bluetooth pairing with unknown devices as key indicators, and use end-to-end encrypted apps like Signal for truly private chats. 

Does *#21 really tell you if your phone is hacked?

Dial codes like *#21# or *#62# help check call forwarding settings, but they can't confirm if your phone is hacked. They're useful for spotting suspicious redirections, but use trusted antivirus apps for reliable threat detection.

What type of phone gets hacked the most?

Based on interest, it's likely Android phones get hacked more than iPhones.

Can someone delete text messages from my phone remotely?

Generally, someone cannot remotely delete messages from your phone unless you have specific apps or settings enabled (like MDM for work devices or "Messages in iCloud" for iPhones). Standard SMS/MMS messages are carrier-based, and while some newer chat apps (like Google Messages) offer a "delete for everyone" feature for a short time, they can't force deletion on your device. If messages vanish, it's usually user error or app sync issues, not remote hacking of your texts. 

Can I remotely delete iMessages?

No. When you delete a message on your iPhone, it will only be removed from your device. Whereas, when you unsend a message, it will be removed on your phone and the recipient device.

Can someone delete your iMessages?

You can't delete messages, attachments, and conversations for anyone else.