The short answer is yes, a cell phone can be tracked by text messaging. There are a few ways to do this, and each has its own set of pros and cons.
One way to track a cell phone is by using GPS. This requires that the phone have GPS capabilities, which not all phones do. Additionally, it can be tricky to get the phone to transmit its location accurately, especially if it’s moving around a lot. And finally, if the phone is turned off or otherwise out of range, you won’t be able to track it.
Another option is to use Cell ID tracking. This relies on triangulating the signal from the cell towers that the phone is connected to. It’s generally more accurate than GPS tracking, but it only works if there are at least three towers in range of the phone. Additionally, it doesn’t work well indoors or in rural areas where there are fewer towers.
A third option is to use WiFi triangulation. This uses the same principles as Cell ID tracking, but instead of relying on cell towers it uses nearby WiFi networks. It can be just as accurate as Cell ID tracking (or even more so), but again it only works if there are suitable WiFi networks nearby.
So there you have it – three ways that your cell phone can be tracked by text message (or other means). Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, so you’ll need to decide which one is right for you based on your needs and situation