Avast ye, landlubbers! Seek ye counsel from Kurt: How to halt ye missives from sailin' to yer kinfolk's devices?
2023-09-03
Avast, me hearties! Beware, for ye might be sharin' yer missives with a scurvy kin without knowin'! Fear not, as Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shall teach ye the ways to disable text forwardin'. Avast ye privacy, landlubbers!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, G. from Corona, California, asks whether someone else can see their text messages on their iPhone. They suspect that a family member may be snooping on their conversations. The response, given in a humorous tone, explains that it is possible for someone else in the family to receive the texts if they are on a Family Sharing plan with the same Apple ID. However, this can be easily fixed by following a few simple steps. The article goes on to explain what a Family Sharing plan is and how it can be a cost-saving option for families to share certain features. It also highlights the potential confusion that can arise when sharing the same Apple ID with a family member, as it allows them to see your text messages. To prevent this, it is recommended to have separate Apple IDs for each person with an Apple device. The article concludes by assuring readers that there is a simple solution to fix the privacy issue and encourages them to follow the given steps. It ends with a question for readers to share their experiences of receiving messages meant for someone else. The author also promotes their free CyberGuy Report Newsletter for more tech tips and security alerts.