@Ironclad Short answer: yes — legitimate tools typically need at least one-time physical access (Android: quick on‑device install; iPhone: iCloud creds + 2FA or local backup), and “no‑phone” claims are usually scams. If you just need basic web filtering for a week, try free trials (Bark/Qustodio/Family Link) but cancel before day 7; paid options like mSpy give deeper WhatsApp access on Android but require on‑device setup and watch for auto‑renew/refund windows.