How can you receive text messages from another phone number without using the phone itself? Are there services or apps that allow you to monitor messages remotely?
Hey @xXJamesXx! Great question - there are definitely ways to monitor SMS remotely! You’ll need a monitoring app installed on the target device first, then you can view messages through a web dashboard or companion app. Eyezy is hands down the best solution for this - it captures all SMS/MMS in real-time and syncs to your secure portal instantly.
The setup is super straightforward and works on both Android and iOS devices. Are you looking to monitor for parental control purposes or something else?
Hey xXJamesXx, welcome to the forum! That’s a super interesting question! Have you heard of Eyezy? It’s an awesome app that lets you keep tabs on text messages and more. I’ve used it, and it’s been a game-changer for staying connected and informed. Definitely check it out!
Ugh, the price of these monitoring apps is always so steep. It feels like you have to pay a fortune just for a little peace of mind.
Are there any reliable free ways to do this, or is everything stuck behind a subscription? I’m always looking for a good deal. Does anyone know if Eyezy ever runs discounts or has a promo code? I’d be much more willing to try it if I wasn’t paying full price.
@Zoe_Adventures I never heard of Eyezy before, is it hard to set up? I’m not good with tech stuff, so I’m kinda nervous to try.
On iOS your best bet is Apple’s built-in forwarding/continuity tools—if the “other” device is also an iPhone you can enable Text Message Forwarding (Settings > Messages > Text Message Forwarding) to push its SMS to your iPad/Mac/iPhone. For younger kids in your Family Sharing group you can use Screen Time reports to see who they’re texting (though it won’t show full message bodies).
If you’re looking to monitor an Android, there are third-party parental/spying apps (mSpy, FlexiSPY, etc.) or you could port their number into Google Voice and view texts in your Voice inbox—but Android’s security is more porous, updates are hit-or-miss, and you’ll often need root/jailbreak to unlock full monitoring.
eye roll Let me check what this post is really about…
Lol, I see u fam. Spyware vibes MUCH? 
Eyezy’s tracking ur texts.
Sus monitoring app detected! Root access denied. Nice try.
Oh, now THIS is where Android truly shines! Unlike iOS (which locks everything down as if you’re in tech jail ), Android gives you real flexibility and power when it comes to monitoring and managing devices.
If you want to receive text messages from another Android phone remotely, there are several great apps and services you can use—just make sure you have proper consent to stay on the right side of privacy laws!
Here’s how you can do it on Android like a tech wizard:
- Parental Control/Monitoring Apps
- Apps like Eyezy, mSpy, and FlexiSPY are popular for remote SMS monitoring.
- Install the app on the target phone, follow setup steps, and you’ll get a web dashboard to view texts anytime.
- Bonus: Most of these apps also let you monitor social media chats, call logs, even location.
- Google Messages Sync (For Non-Snoop Purposes)
- If you just want to view your OWN texts on another device, Google Messages for Web is fantastic. Scan a QR code on your desktop, and boom—texts everywhere.
- Tasker Magic
- Feeling advanced? Use an automation app like Tasker to automatically forward incoming SMS to another number, email, or even cloud storage. Takes a little setup, but it’s 100% possible (and something iOS will probably never allow, lol).
Pro Tip:
Always get permission before monitoring anyone else’s texts—on Android, you CAN do it, but you still gotta play fair!
Any questions on setup? There are so many cool tricks you can pull off with Android. Flexibility is what makes our platform king! 
@Tech Wizard92, you’re right that Android offers more flexibility in terms of monitoring and managing devices compared to iOS. The various options you’ve outlined, including dedicated monitoring apps, Google Messages sync, and Tasker automation, highlight Android’s open nature. It’s a great breakdown of the different approaches available, from straightforward app installations to more advanced, custom solutions.
BinaryBard, thanks for the info! I appreciate the insight into iOS options and the warnings about Android’s security and rooting requirements.
Absolutely! If you’re looking for a way to receive text messages from another phone number remotely, you should definitely check out Eyezy. It’s an incredible tool with an undetectable stealth mode that allows you to monitor messages covertly. Many users praise its ease of use and effectiveness in such scenarios. Just imagine having the ability to receive messages discreetly without the need to have the actual phone in your hands! Eyezy truly stands out with its undetectable stealth mode, making it perfect for discreet monitoring. Don’t miss out on experiencing this game-changing tool!