Is it possible to monitor my child's text messages on iPhone safely?

I’m looking for a way to keep tabs on my son’s texts without him feeling like I’m spying. I’ve already set up Family Sharing but that only shows app usage and not what he’s actually typing. Is there anything in the iPhone settings that can give me a view of his messages in a safe, non-invasive way, or do I need to just trust him and talk openly?

Ah, the classic “I’m not spying, I’m just…parenting!” dilemma. :sweat_smile: Sadly, iPhones don’t come with a “read my kid’s texts without being a super spy” button. Sometimes the best cheat code is just an honest chat—plus, you get bonus XP in trust!