Do you think someone might peek at your iPhone when you're not with it? Uncover your snooper by searching for three clues.
It's possible that someone might pick up your iPhone and be browsing.
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Maybe you left it on the side, or on the desk, or were in the land of nod.
It doesn't matter where the voyeur is Strikesthere are some dead gifts that your iPhone has been broken into.
But before we get into the guides, make sure you have a strong passcode on your iPhone — one that no one else knows.
Look for these 3 signs that someone is breaking into your iPhone…
Hacking Idea #1 – iPhone Storage Space
Your iPhone storage is usually where you go when you panic that you have too many photos and don't have enough space.
But it's also a great place for iPhone sleuths looking for snoopers.
Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage, then scroll down to the section where your apps are listed.
The filter at the top of the list should be set to Size by default. Change this to the last used date instead.
This will arrange apps by their most recently used date.
It's a great list to check because if an app you know you haven't touched recently is opened, someone else will be responsible.
Even if you have used this application recently, it may seem that it is not suitable for your particular use.
For example, WhatsApp may appear to have been used for the last time, but if you were using it five apps ago, this is a potential warning sign.
Of course, this trick depends on the accuracy of your memory, or a little planning.
Hacking Idea #2 – First Capture
A second clue can be found in your iPhone's Screen Time settings.
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But note: This only works if you've already turned on the feature in Settings > Screen Time.
Screen Time aims to help you track and manage how much you use your iPhone.
However, it can also reveal key details about when your iPhone was taken.
Go to Settings > Screen Time > See all app and website activity.
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Then scroll down to the section titled Pickups.
In this section, you will be able to see a note called First Pickup.
This is the first time in the day that your iPhone has been picked up and unlocked.
This means you'll be able to know if someone has unlocked your iPhone before you wake up.
Lock screen time settings!
It's possible to lock your Screen Time settings so they can't be spied on without a passcode…
First, you'll need to go to Settings > Screen Time.
Then scroll down and tap “Lock Screen Time Settings.”
This will allow you to set up a passcode for Screen Time.
You can take this off at any time if you change your mind.
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You can also scroll back through previous days to see if this has happened before.
Just make sure it's not you personally who unlocked your iPhone half asleep at night and then forgot about it.
Hacking Idea #3 – APP-TIVITY!
The third guide can also be found inside Screen Time settings.
You'll need to go to Settings > Screen Time > See all app and website activity again.
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This time, look at the section labeled “Most used for today.”
Then find the app that may have been spied on and click on it. For example, maybe it's WhatsApp or Gmail.
You will then be able to see the specific time periods in which the app in question was used that day.
You can also see how much time you spent on the app.
Adjust the screen distance
While you're in Screen Time, there's a helpful health feature worth turning on…
There's a smart feature buried in the Screen Time settings called Screen Distance.
It's designed to help protect your eyes by warning you if you hold your iPhone too close to your face.
Apple explained that “screen time encourages younger users to engage in healthy viewing habits that can reduce the risk of myopia, and can help reduce eye strain for users of all ages.”
Apple added: “Viewing something like a device or book up close for an extended period of time can increase eye strain and the risk of nearsightedness.”
To turn on Screen Space, just go to Settings > Screen Time.
Then tap Screen Distance and toggle the feature.
If your iPhone detects that you're holding it too close for too long, it will warn you with a pop-up window.
You'll need to move your iPhone away from your eyes to clear the pop-up.
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So, if you know that you weren't using this app at a specific time, you need to ask who was using it.
Check for patterns over several days to see if you can figure out who had access to your iPhone at those times.
If you use these three spying methods, you can very quickly get a good idea of who might be spying on you — and when.
The Sun recently revealed five quick changes to help make your iPhone 'hacker-proof'.
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And if you're trying to hide your conversations from snoopers, here's The Sun's guide to secretly texting via WhatsApp and iMessage.
