Is there a way to read someone's messages on WhatsApp discreetly?

I’m worried about my kid’s safety but don’t want to invade their privacy completely. Are there any legitimate ways for a parent to monitor WhatsApp chats for red flags without the other person knowing it’s being monitored?

Monitoring WhatsApp without the other person knowing is difficult and often not feasible legally or ethically. Consider having an open conversation with your kid instead.