How to Remove mSpy from an Android Phone

So, you found out that mSpy is on your phone—or maybe you think it might be—and now you just want it gone. Whether you installed it yourself and don’t need it anymore, or someone else put it there without your say-so, this guide will help you remove it without any headaches. You do not need to be an expert; just follow the steps listed below, and you’re all set.

What is mSpy?

mSpy is a phone monitoring app. People usually install it to track texts, calls, locations, and stuff like that. Some parents use it for their kids, and some bosses use it for company phones. But sometimes, it ends up on someone’s phone without them knowing—and that’s not okay.

If you’re not sure it’s on your phone or you don’t remember putting it there, it’s smart to double-check and remove it.

Step 1: Look for Weird Apps in Your Settings

mSpy usually hides. It won’t pop up as “mSpy” on your screen. Instead, it might look like a regular system app with a name like “Update Service” or “System Info.”

Here’s what you can do:

• Go to your Settings
• Tap on Apps or Apps & Notifications
• Tap See all apps
• Go through the list slowly

Look for anything that doesn’t feel right—maybe something you’ve never seen before or something with a blank icon. If it looks fishy, tap on it and see more info.

If the “App Info” screen shows no regular details (like no logo, no app store info), it might be the one.

Step 2: Turn Off Its Special Permissions

Some versions of mSpy give themselves special power by becoming a “Device Administrator.” That makes them harder to delete.

Here’s how to fix that:

• Open Settings
• Scroll down to Security
• Tap on Device admin apps or Device administrators
• See if any strange app has access
• If yes, tap it and then tap Deactivate

Once that’s off, the app can be deleted like anything else.

Step 3: Now It’s Time to Delete It

Back to the apps list:

• Go back to Settings > Apps
• Tap on the weird app you spotted earlier
• Tap Uninstall
• Confirm when asked
• And just like that, the app should be gone.

Sometimes it might ask for a password. If it was installed secretly, it might use a common password like 123456 or 0000. If that doesn’t work, skip to the last step about factory resetting.

Step 4: Clean Out Leftover Stuff

Even after deleting the app, little bits and pieces could still be sitting in your files. Nothing dangerous; but cleaning up helps.

• Open your Files or File Manager app
• Look inside Android > Data or Downloads
• Delete any strange folders that match the install time of mSpy

If you’re unsure about a file, it’s okay to leave it. It’s better to be safe than accidentally delete something important.

Step 5: Change Your Passwords Just in Case

If someone else installed mSpy without you knowing, they may also know your passwords.

Change these:

• Google account
• Email
• Banking apps
• Social media

Even if you think they don’t know them, it’s better to play it safe. It takes just a few minutes to update everything.

Step 6: Still Feeling Weird? Do a Factory Reset

Okay—this is the last option. If you tried everything and your phone still feels weird or slow, a factory reset will start everything fresh.

Here’s how:

• Go to Settings
• Tap System
• Tap Reset options
• Choose Erase all data (factory reset)

Follow the steps and let the phone restart. But before you do this, save your photos, videos, and contacts somewhere safe, as everything will be wiped out.

Some Signs That mSpy Was Put on Your Phone

Do you not know how mSpy was put on your phone? Look for these signs, as these signs usually mean someone else added it:

• Your phone feels hot even when it’s idle
• Battery drains super fast
• You hear static during phone calls
• You see weird background activity or high data use
• Settings or apps change on their own

If more than one of these is happening, you’re doing the right thing by removing it.

Final Thoughts

Getting rid of mSpy isn’t as hard as it seems. You don’t need any fancy tools or special tricks. If someone put it there without your okay, that’s not your fault. What matters is—you took action. You now have more control over your phone. Stay focused, and do not feel bad if you have to ask for help if something doesn’t seem right.