Plus how to tell if you're being spied on

Spying is a terrible invasion of privacy, and most forms of it are not only offensive but also illegal. It is often done by paranoid spouses and partners who are looking for the slightest evidence of a possible affair. Similarly, an ex may have put spyware on your phone to see what is new in your life, your conversations, and all the recent photos you have taken.

If such personal and sensitive information falls into the wrong hands, it could be used against you or put you and others at risk, regardless of whether you have something to hide.

How can you tell for sure if you have spyware on your smartphone or computer? We’ll show you the telltale signs to look for, how to check for spyware and recognize what you find, plus spyware removal tips to rid your device of it.