Can someone hack my iMessages?

Yes, it's definitely possible for someone to spy on your text messages and it's certainly something you should be aware of – this is a potential way for a hacker to gain a lot of private information about you – including accessing PIN codes sent by websites used to verify your identity (such as online banking).
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Is it possible for iMessage to be hacked?

Experts say that just receiving an iMessage from a hacker using this exploit can be enough to leave users' personal data exposed. "It's like being robbed by a ghost," Hubbard wrote.
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Can someone access my iMessages?

They can only view this information if they are logged into your account on their iDevice. For example, an iPhone, iPad and MacBook all on the same account will receive all messages sent or received from the other machines (barring a lack of network connectivity). My suggestion to you is to change your password.
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Can someone else see my iPhone text messages?

If you do share an ID, and assuming it is a family member, have them set up their own ID and set up Family Sharing so that you can share purchased content. Another way that a person could see your iMessages is if they were signed into your Apple ID in the messages settings. They would be acting as you in that scenario.
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Can someone hack Apple messages?

Apple issues emergency security update

The malicious software takes control of an Apple device by first sending a message through iMessage, the company's default messaging app, and then hacking through a flaw in how Apple processes images.
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Is iMessage secure?

iMessage is end-to-end encrypted. The phone number or email address you use is shown to the people you contact, and you can choose to share your name and photo. Apple retains limited information about the use of iMessage, such as whether your device is eligible to use iMessage, for up to 30 days.
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How do you know your iPhone is hacked?

Signs your iPhone is hacked
  • Your battery doesn't last as long as it used to. ...
  • You're using more data than usual. ...
  • Your iPhone is acting weird. ...
  • Someone has jailbroken your iPhone. ...
  • Enterprise or Developer apps are installed. ...
  • Background noise or electronic interference.
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Are iPhone text messages secure?

End-to-end encryption

With watchOS, iOS, and iPadOS, your messages are encrypted on your device so they can't be accessed without your passcode. iMessage and FaceTime are designed so that there's no way for Apple to read your messages when they're in transit between devices.
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Can someone read your text messages from another device?

Reading Text Messages Secretly

You can read text messages on any phone, be it Android or iOS, without the knowledge of the target user. All you need is a phone spy service for it. Such services are not rare nowadays. There are so many apps that advertise phone spying solutions with top-notch services.
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Can someone spy on my text messages?

Yes, if someone has hacked your phone then he or she can surely read your text messages. And, to do the same one needs to install a tracking or spying app on your smartphone. Can someone spy through a phone camera? Yes, you can be spied upon through the camera of your smartphone.
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Can you log into someone else's iMessage without them knowing?

Viewing Someone Else's iMessages with Their Apple ID. If you're close enough to the person you want to monitor, you might know their Apple credentials. If so, you can log into someone's iMessage without them knowing and secretly read their messages.
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Can someone read my iMessages through iCloud?

You can use Messages in iCloud on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple Watch, and Mac. For your privacy, Messages in iCloud is end-to-end encrypted, which means you can't view or access Messages online via browser.
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Can someone remotely access my iPhone?

That said, it is possible for someone to monitor your iPhone remotely if a hack has already been implemented, and spyware is already installed. That's why it's important to always be vigilant about your mobile security – even when using a so-called 'unhackable' device such as an iPhone or iPad.
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Can you get hacked by replying to a text on iPhone?

You don't even have to click anything.
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How do you know when you are hacked?

A fake warning message by your antivirus software – or any other protection software, for that matter – is one of the most certain signs that tell you've been hacked. Hackers generally exploit outdated software or old programs in your browser toolbars to take over your entire system and send out fake warnings.
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How do I check for malware on my iPhone?

If you're suspicious, try the methods listed below.
  1. Look for Unfamiliar Apps. ...
  2. Check if Your Device Is Jailbroken. ...
  3. Find Out if You Have Any Large Bills. ...
  4. Look at Your Storage Space. ...
  5. Restart Your iPhone. ...
  6. Delete Unusual Apps. ...
  7. Clear Your History. ...
  8. Use Security Software.
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Which devices can see my iMessages?

Any device you've logged into using your Apple ID will receive iMessages addressed to you.
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How can I read iMessages from another phone?

For iPhone users, there is a shortcut to read someone else's iMessages, by signing in the same Apple ID on your device. Apple's unique file sharing system will make it possible to receive text messages meant for others.
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How can I protect my iPhone privacy?

To take maximum advantage of the security and privacy features built into iPhone, follow these practices:
  1. Set a strong passcode. ...
  2. Use Face ID or Touch ID. ...
  3. Turn on Find My iPhone. ...
  4. Keep your Apple ID secure. ...
  5. Use Sign in with Apple when it's available. ...
  6. Let iPhone create a strong password if Sign in with Apple isn't available.
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How do I make my text messages private?

Follow these steps to hide text messages from your lock screen on an Android.
  1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
  2. Choose Apps & notifications > Notifications.
  3. Under the Lock Screen setting, choose Notifications on lock screen or On lock screen.
  4. Select Don't show notifications.
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How do you check iMessage history?

To find old iMessages:
  1. Open Messages. ...
  2. Drag your finger downwards across the middle of your screen to reveal a search bar. ...
  3. Tap the Search Bar and type in keywords from the message, or the name of someone in the conversation. ...
  4. Tap Search. ...
  5. Select the message you were looking for to go to the conversation.
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Can Apple check if my iPhone is hacked?

When Apple detects that a user has been targeted by state-sponsored hacking, it will send an iMessage and an email to the addresses on file, and a Threat Notification will be displayed when the user signs into Apple ID, Apple said.
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What does *# 21 do to your phone?

We rate the claim that dialing *#21# on an iPhone or Android device reveals if a phone has been tapped FALSE because it is not supported by our research.
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Can iMessages be seen after deleted?

This is probably the simplest and fastest way to restore missing texts. If you have an iCloud backup from before the time when you deleted the text, you should be able to get it back by restoring your phone to that iCloud backup. Check to see if your last iCloud backup is before you deleted your text message.
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Is iCloud safe from hackers?

Like NordLocker Cloud, Apple's cloud services are also end-to-end encrypted and can't be easily penetrated by an outside party. But iCloud is not safe from spying because all you need to get to the trove of personal files, messages, and online history is the user's password.
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