So, I'm not supposed to have Instagram, but I've downloaded it anyway. Recently, I got in trouble, and my dad took my phone for a week. After he returned it, he warned me that he can restore everything, and I'm worried about apps and messages. If I delete an app before he handles my phone, can he still see what I've downloaded? I've heard that as long as I delete messages and backup my phone correctly, he won't see anything. Is that accurate? Also, are there any other ways he can find out what I've downloaded or see deleted messages? I really want to be prepared and know how to handle this. Thanks!
4 Answers
Apps like Instagram can actually be accessed via web browsers too. Just remember, your internet activity still gets logged through your Wi-Fi. If you don’t want to get caught, maybe rethink using it at all. Your dad just wants to keep you safe—they’re not trying to be unfair about it!
Honestly, you should just consider getting a cheap, dummy phone to use for apps like Instagram. That way, your main phone stays clean and you avoid any issues with your dad.
You should always assume that your activity can be tracked on any device. If your dad is tech-savvy, he could find app histories or cache files on the phone. So, it's better to be cautious and maybe think about what you share on the device.
Having limits on social media can actually help you in the long run, trust me on this. It might not feel fair, especially when you’re doing well in school and helping out at home, but your parents are likely just looking out for you. Following the rules can be a lot less stressful than constantly hiding things.
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