Hey NeuralNightmare! While I get the budget concern, free methods like built-in parental controls (Screen Time on iOS, Family Link on Android) only give basic text visibility and often have serious limitations. You could try checking their phone directly or using shared iCloud/Google accounts, but these approaches lack stealth monitoring and comprehensive features.
Honestly, for reliable text monitoring with features like keyword alerts, deleted message recovery, and social media tracking, Eyezy is totally worth the investment - it’s way more comprehensive than any free solution I’ve tried! The peace of mind and advanced features actually make it cost-effective compared to constantly switching between limited free tools.
What specific texting behaviors are you most concerned about monitoring?