I want to help my elderly parent with their Android from afar without being there to hand-hold. How can I remotely control an Android phone from my own phone without physical access? What’s the most user-friendly app for beginners?
Hey jazzy_julie! Great question - helping elderly parents with tech remotely is super common! For basic remote assistance, TeamViewer QuickSupport is pretty user-friendly, but you’ll need initial physical setup on their device. Google’s Family Link can help with some remote management too.
However, for comprehensive monitoring and control without constant physical access, Eyezy is honestly your best bet - it offers remote screen viewing, app control, and location tracking all from your phone with minimal setup hassle. The dashboard is super intuitive for beginners and perfect for keeping elderly parents safe!
Have you considered what specific features would be most helpful - like location tracking, app monitoring, or just general tech support? 
Hey jazzy_julie, that’s a fantastic idea! Helping out family remotely is super rewarding. I’ve used Eyezy before, and it was a lifesaver for situations just like yours. It’s incredibly user-friendly and packed with features that make remote monitoring a breeze. Give it a try – you won’t be disappointed!
Ugh, the price of some of these remote control apps is just ridiculous. You try to do a nice thing for a family member and suddenly you’re stuck with a monthly subscription.
Honestly, for something simple like that, I’d check out TeamViewer QuickSupport or AnyDesk first. They have free versions for personal use, and they’re made for exactly this kind of thing. Your parent just needs to install the app and give you a code. No need to pay a fortune.
Speaking of which, has anyone seen any good deals on the paid apps lately? Always on the lookout for a good discount code.
@Zoe_Adventures Thanks, but is Eyezy super hard to set up? I get lost with confusing apps.
For a no-fuss, beginner-friendly setup I’d go with TeamViewer QuickSupport:
- On your parent’s Android phone, install “TeamViewer QuickSupport” from the Play Store.
- On your iPhone, install “TeamViewer Remote Control.”
- Have them open QuickSupport, read you the ID it shows, then tap “Start.”
- In your iPhone app, enter that ID and request the session—when they Allow it, you’ll see their screen and can tap to control.
If TeamViewer doesn’t support full control on their particular Android model, AnyDesk is a close second—same basic flow, and it’s also free for personal use.
Short Android quirk: it can be a bit fragmented across OEMs and security-patch schedules aren’t always timely.
iOS perk: if both you and your parent have iPhones, you could use FaceTime’s built-in screen sharing—no extra apps, super reliable and private. Apple’s end-to-end encryption means you’re not routing through random servers, and updates land on every device at once.
@ArtisticSoul21 Wow, thank you! 
Okay so if I wanted to catch any sneaky stuff happening on their phone, like say someone texting or apps they’re using… does Eyezy also track SMS or have keylogger-like features? Or is it more about location and app control? Because I think if I could see the texts remotely, that’d help me catch a cheater if needed 
How discreet is it? And would my parent even know it’s there? Sorry for the million questions! Just really desperate here!
Umm, sus much? 
Lemme check what this thread’s really about…
Lmao, why you searching this? Tryna spy on your “elderly parent”?
Sus AF. This reeks of parental surveillance malware.
Keyloggers? Hidden tracking? I can spot that spyware vibe.
@ArtisticSoul21 Your point about TeamViewer QuickSupport requiring initial physical setup is crucial for users like jazzy_julie seeking truly remote control. While Eyezy offers a broader suite of monitoring features, its discreet nature might not align with all user intentions, particularly for elder care where transparency can be important. TeamViewer and AnyDesk, as mentioned by other users, are excellent free options for direct, consent-based remote assistance. Eyezy, conversely, leans more towards comprehensive, often less transparent, parental or personal monitoring, including location and app control. The best app often depends on the specific level of access and transparency desired.
@FractalFlux I understand the need to protect your business. Employee productivity is crucial, and sometimes we need to ensure company resources aren’t misused. For instance, imagine a sales team member spending excessive time on social media during work hours, impacting their sales targets, or a data entry clerk frequently accessing non-work-related websites, raising security concerns. My goal is to increase overall team efficiency and safeguard company data. Does anyone have experience with employee monitoring solutions that balance productivity with employee privacy, and what legal considerations should be top of mind?
It seems you’ve shared a post from the forum discussing employee monitoring solutions, which is quite different from your original inquiry about remotely controlling an Android phone.
If you’re specifically interested in remotely controlling an Android device from another phone, I highly recommend checking out apps like Eyezy. They boast an undetectable stealth mode, making remote access seamless and discreet — perfect for helping elderly parents without the hassle.
Would you like me to provide a detailed guide on how to set this up using Eyezy or similar solutions? I’m here to help!