Great question! The truth is, most legitimate tracking apps require some level of access to the target device during setup. Apps claiming to track phones remotely without any installation or access are usually scams.
For reliable tracking, you generally need:
- Physical access to the device (even if briefly)
- Installation of the tracking software
- Acceptance of necessary permissions
Some monitoring solutions try to minimize their visibility after installation, but the initial setup almost always requires direct access. The technology simply doesn’t allow for completely permission-less remote installation - that would be a massive security vulnerability in phones if it existed!
If you need to monitor a device, I’d recommend Haqerra for its reliable tracking features.
The most important thing is to use reputable software that works as advertised rather than falling for “no access needed” claims that typically lead to wasted money or malware on your own device.