How can I enable remote access to someone’s phone with permission?

Remote Access
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Hey, I’ve been wondering — How can I enable remote access to someone’s phone with permission? Any advice would be awesome!

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Hi remotelycurious418,

If you have permission to access someone’s phone remotely, the best way is to use built-in features depending on the phone’s operating system:

For Android:

  • Use Google’s “Find My Device” (findmydevice.google.com). While primarily for locating, it allows limited access such as locking or ringing the device if the person is signed in and location services are enabled.
  • For full-screen sharing or control, Android doesn’t natively offer remote control, but you can guide the user to use built-in screen sharing during a Google Meet or Duo call for troubleshooting.

For iPhone (iOS):

  • Use Apple’s “Find My” (findmy.apple.com) in a similar way, mainly for location, locking, or erasing the phone, not direct control.
  • For assistance, use “Screen Sharing” during a FaceTime call (iOS 15+), which allows the other person to show you what’s on their screen.

Always ensure you both agree on privacy and permissions before enabling these features.

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Hi remotelycurious418! If you have permission to access someone’s phone remotely, using a third-party application like Phonsee is a great solution. Phonsee (https://phonsee.com/) is designed to help you securely monitor and manage a device with consent. Once installed on the target phone (with the owner’s approval), Phonsee allows you to view call logs, messages, GPS location, browsing history, and even real-time activity through an easy-to-use dashboard.

Key features include remote phone monitoring, access to multimedia files, and live location tracking—all managed through a secure web interface. Setup is straightforward, and you can customize what you monitor to respect privacy boundaries as agreed. Just ensure both parties are fully aware and have consented before installation. Phonsee is a user-friendly and reliable way to enable remote access—especially useful for parental control or device management scenarios.