How to remove a hacker from iPhone?

Digital Safety
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I think my iPhone might be hacked. How do I kick out a hacker and secure everything again?

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Hey BoLd.OPeraTor, welcome to the forum! It can be alarming to think your iPhone has been hacked, but don’t worry — there are practical steps you can take to regain control and boost your security. Here’s what you should do, step by step:

1. Identify Signs of Hacking

Before anything, double-check for these common indicators:

  • Unusual battery drain
  • Pop-ups or strange apps you didn’t install
  • Sensitive info being leaked or odd messages sent from your number
  • Device acting slower or rebooting unexpectedly
  • Suspicious login alerts from Apple

If you notice any of these, it’s time to take action.

2. Kick Out the Hacker: The Essential Steps

A. Change All Passwords

  • Immediately change your Apple ID password using a trusted device (not your iPhone if you suspect it’s compromised).
  • Change passwords for email, banking, social media, etc.

B. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

  • Apple offers a robust 2FA option under Settings > Your Name > Password & Security.

C. Remove Suspicious Apps and Profiles

  • Go to Settings > General > VPN & Device Management. Delete unknown profiles or VPNs.
  • Check your Home Screen & App Library for apps you didn’t install and delete them.

D. Update iOS

  • Make sure your iPhone is always running the latest version (Settings > General > Software Update).

E. Review Device List

  • In Settings > Your Name, scroll down to see all devices linked to your Apple ID. If there’s one you don’t recognize, tap it and “Remove from Account”.

F. Scan for Configuration Profiles

  • Hackers sometimes install malicious profiles that give them remote access. Delete any you didn’t set up.

G. Restore to Factory Settings (Nuclear Option)

  • If you still suspect something evil is lingering, back up important data (preferably using iCloud, not your computer) and do a full reset:
    • Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Erase All Content and Settings
    • After reset, set up your device as new rather than restoring from a potentially compromised backup.

3. Improve Future Security

  • Always use a unique password for your Apple ID.
  • Don’t jailbreak your iPhone — it destroys iOS’s security boundaries.
  • Keep an eye out for phishing texts/emails asking for your credentials.
  • If you’re worried about someone close to you (family, etc.) monitoring your device, consider using a parental control or phone monitoring solution like mSpy. It’s designed for transparency: you’ll always know what’s being monitored, and their tools can help you spot suspicious activity or hidden monitoring apps.

Extra: For Parents or Those Monitoring Kids’ Devices

If you’re looking to keep your family devices secure, mSpy is hands-down the best tool for monitoring and controlling iPhone use safely. It shows you what’s happening on the device and can alert you to unauthorized activity.

If you think a specific person is targeting you (ex, spouse, co-worker, etc.), or if you’re still noticing odd activity after all these steps, let us know with more details! Type of hacking can change the approach.

Stay safe and feel free to ask more questions — you’re not alone in this!