Is it possible to install mobile phone spy software remotely?
When people find out about the existence of applications that can be used to monitor their smartphone usage, they worry about the security of their data and wonder if anyone could intercept their phone conversations and see everything they do on their device. At the same time, those who are looking for spy tools may think that this kind of software would enable them to target any phone, even if they do not have physical access to it.
While it is true that some spy programmes offer powerful features to monitor the activity of a mobile phone, the reality is that it is not possible to install them remotely. You will come across many websites that offer solutions to spy on any smartphone, even if you have no access to the device or if it locked with a password. However, these claims are not to be trusted and any company that states that you can download their software to your own phone in order to monitor someone else’s, is simply not telling the truth.
As tempting as it may sound, any software that tells you that you do not need to have the target phone at your reach to be able to monitor it, is nothing but plain scam. Installing mobile phone spy applications remotely seems like a practical solution and it is an idea that appeals a large number of people, but it not a reality and in a way you should be glad about that. Even if you are the one who is considering the possibility of spying on a mobile phone that you don’t own and to which you have no access, imagine how you would feel knowing that you could also end up becoming a target.
If it was possible to install spy software remotely, everyone would be at risk and paranoia would take over smartphone users. Thankfully for privacy’s sake, installing spy apps on any phone you want is not feasible and would also be illegal. This kind of software requires you to have legal rights over the device you want to monitor. As such, parents of underage children who are keeping an eye on the phones they acquired for their kids are not in breach of the law.
It is also acceptable for business owners to monitor work mobile phones assigned to their employees, as long as they make their staff aware of this surveillance. We will discuss why remote installation of mobile phone spy software doesn’t work and will share some tips that will help you to avoid any company that makes false claims.
Recognize the lies
Generally, the websites that offer software that is supposed to work through remote installation, state that their product would work on any mobile phone or network without requiring any kind of modification on the device. They would lure you with promises of a simple set up process that only requires you to download the application to your own phone and then call the mobile you wish to monitor. According to them, a few minutes later you would get access to all the activity on the target device. It seems incredibly simple, but it is not true.
First of all, configuring these programmes can be quite challenging as they are not exactly modern or user-friendly and if you were to install the software on an iPhone, you would need to jailbreak it. The next issue is that even if you managed to get the software on your device, this remote installation is meant to use Bluetooth tethering. In order for this to work, the two mobile phones should accept the Bluetooth connection (this normally involves turning on Bluetooth on both devices and adding a code to pair them), not to mention that both devices would need to be close.
This means that even if this technology worked, you could not actually install the software remotely without the help of the target mobile phone’s owner. The whole idea of calling someone you want to spy on, asking them to enable Bluetooth and accept your device is absurd. And if you thought that you could secretly install spy software on your partner’s phone while they are on a weekend away with friends, you can forget about it since the maximum range for Bluetooth is around 50 metres. Bottom line, these applications are not practical, do not actually work and their use would be illegal. Any company that says that its product can be installed remotely and that works on any device is simply lying.
Red flags
You may still feel tempted by the extraordinary claims that the provider behind this type of software make, but if you research the programme you will probably find the word scam closely associated to it. Of course, many of these websites rely on fake reviews and would even change the name of their product once their tricks have been exposed. However, there are certain common indicators (apart from the fact that they are offering a product that is a fraud) that will allow you to recognize these con artists. Here are some of the signs to look out for.
The website does not look professional
If the website selling the spy software does not contain enough information about the product and is merely one page with a few headlines, a series of Buy Now buttons and a collection of enthusiastic comments from “customers”, you should be very suspicious. You can expect tutorials, helpful guides, legal disclaimers and a reliable customer support from the leading spy software companies, but scammers are only after your money, so they would not bother providing you more details or assistance.
No monthly charges
Extremely low prices are also a sign that something is not right. Well-established spy software solutions sell the license on a subscription basis (from one month to a full year) because they need to continuously invest on the development of their product. Since new phone models and OS updated are regularly released, reliable software providers aim to keep up with the changes in order to offer features that suit any customer. Avoid any company that only asks for a one time payment and that offers free gifts (CDs, DVDs, toys, etc.) that are not even related to the kind of product they sell.
Payment methods/ Refund policies
Real companies strive to give their customers a wide range of secure payment options and will offer a clear refund policy in case you come across any issues. In contrast, fraudsters would usually only accept credit cards and you may only find vague details on their website about their money back guarantees or policies.
Conclusion
Now that you are aware of the fact that spy software cannot be installed remotely, you can get a sense of relief knowing that the security of your device cannot be compromised by any random stranger. Just make sure that you don’t leave your mobile phone exposed and keep it locked. If you are looking for mobile phone monitoring solutions, knowing that remote installation is an illusion, will help you to avoid wasting money on services that don’t work.
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