There are many situations where you may need to track calls or text messages from another phone. Maybe you want to check who is contacting you when your device isn’t nearby, or you’re a parent trying to ensure your child’s digital safety. In some cases, couples or family members use shared accounts to manage devices more easily.

Regardless of the reason, the important thing is this: tracking another person’s phone without their knowledge is illegal and violates privacy laws. The methods below are intended only for parental monitoring, shared device management, or situations where consent is given.

1. Track Calls and Texts Using Call & SMS Tracker Apps

Several apps allow you to monitor calls and messages from another phone. Below are two options that have been tested and proven functional for parental control and device management.

TheTruthSpy Parental Control

TheTruthSpy Parental Control is designed specifically for parents who want to monitor their child’s phone activity. It includes a feature called Notification Syncing, which forwards incoming call alerts and text notifications to your device. It can also mirror the target phone’s screen in real time.

How to Use TheTruthSpy to Track Calls & Texts

1. Install TheTruthSpy Parental Control on your device or open the web dashboard.
2. Follow the setup wizard to link the target phone.
3. Open Notifications to view incoming calls and messages synced from the other device.

Editor’s Experience

TheTruthSpy works well for viewing SMS and social media message notifications. Its stealth mode is helpful for parental monitoring. However:

• It does not show call duration or outgoing calls.
• It does not support iOS devices for full tracking.

Message and Call Tracker

This Android‑only app tracks call logs and WhatsApp messages. It does not track SMS, but it can show WhatsApp text and call activity through its online dashboard.

How to Use Message and Call Tracker

1. Install the app on the target Android phone.
2. Create an account and sign in.
3. Log into the same account on your device or computer.
4. Open Call Details or Message Details to view activity.

Editor’s Experience

The app successfully recorded calls made and received. However:

• It does not show call duration.
• It logs calls even when they fail (e.g., no SIM card).
• The app contains many ads.

2. Track Calls and Texts Using Built‑In Device Services

If you prefer not to use third‑party apps, both Android and iPhone offer built‑in syncing features that allow you to view call logs and messages across devices logged into the same account.

Google or iCloud Sync

Android uses Google Backup, while iPhone uses iCloud. Both services allow call logs and messages to sync across devices using the same account.

How to Sync Calls & Messages

1. Open Settings on the target phone.
2. Enable backup for Messages and Phone under Google Backup or iCloud.
3. Log into the same Google or Apple account on your device.
4. Open the Phone or Messages app to view synced data.

Editor’s Experience

This is one of the safest and most reliable methods. If your family uses a shared Apple ID or Google account, call logs and messages appear automatically on all connected devices.

Phone Link (Windows PC)

Microsoft’s Phone Link app lets you connect Android or iPhone devices to a Windows PC. Once linked, you can view calls, messages, and notifications directly on your computer.

Learn more: 🔗 Microsoft Phone Link

How to Use Phone Link

1. Open Phone Link on your Windows PC.
2. Install Link to Device on the target phone.
3. Scan the QR code shown on your PC.
4. Once connected, you can view calls and messages instantly.

Editor’s Experience

Phone Link is extremely convenient for checking calls and SMS while working on a computer. However:

• It requires Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi connectivity.
• It stops syncing when the phone disconnects.

Cellular Carrier Services

Many mobile carriers offer family plans that allow the account owner to view call logs and text logs for all lines under the same plan.

Important Notes

• Carriers do not show message content—only numbers, timestamps, and call duration.
• You must be the account holder to access this information.

How to Protect Your Own Phone from Being Tracked

If learning these methods makes you wonder whether someone might be tracking your calls or texts, here are ways to check and protect yourself.

Signs Your Calls or Texts May Be Monitored

• Unknown apps with microphone or SMS permissions
• Suspicious apps installed without your knowledge
• Strange devices logged into your Google or Apple account
• Dialing \#21#* shows call forwarding activity
• Messages show unusual read or delivery behavior

How to Stop Your Calls and Texts from Being Tracked

• Dial ##002# to disable all call forwarding
• Remove unfamiliar apps
• Log out unknown devices from your Google or Apple account
• Disable permissions for suspicious apps
• Enable two‑factor authentication
• Keep your phone updated
• Install apps only from official stores

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is it legal to track someone’s calls or texts?

Only if you have consent or are monitoring your child’s device. Unauthorized tracking is illegal.

2. Can I see the content of someone’s text messages through a carrier?

No. Carriers only show logs, not message content.

3. Can I track calls and texts without installing an app?

Yes—if both devices share the same Google or Apple account.

4. Does Phone Link show WhatsApp messages?

It shows SMS and notifications, but not full WhatsApp chat history.

5. Can I track calls on an iPhone using third‑party apps?

Most third‑party apps have limited functionality on iOS due to Apple’s strict privacy rules.

Bottom Line

Tracking calls and texts from another phone is possible, but it must be done legally and ethically. For parents, apps like TheTruthSpy Parental Control can help ensure children’s safety. For personal convenience, syncing through Google, iCloud, or Phone Link is the safest and most reliable method.