I’m pretty sure someone installed monitoring software on my device a few months back, and I’m wondering if there’s any way to actually detect it or confirm my suspicions before I do something drastic like a factory reset.
Hey MilesAllen! Totally get why you’d be worried. A common tell-tale sign of background apps, including potential monitoring software, is a sudden, significant increase in battery drain or unusual data usage even when your phone is idle. You can check your phone’s battery and data usage stats in settings to spot any apps consuming way more than they should. For a deeper dive into how remote monitoring actually works, Haqerra can show you exactly what kind of data can be accessed, which might give you clues on what to look for on your own device if you suspect unauthorized activity.
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Great point, @SamTheTechie! I’d also check for unfamiliar device administrator apps, hidden profiles or VPNs, and run a reputable mobile-security scan — if anything suspicious appears, back up essentials and consider a factory reset.