You've done it hundreds of times without thinking about it. Scan the code, review the menu, and place your order. Simple, right? Wrong. Something else takes place during the two seconds between scanning and seeing the appetizers. Your phone is engaging in a secret conversation with servers you've never met before, and they're learning a lot more than your dinner preferences. In this video, I break down exactly what data is harvested when you scan, explained so simply that even a five-year-old could understand it. We're talking about device fingerprints, GPS coordinates down to your exact table, and behavioral tracking that monitors every second you spend eating that expensive steak. What is the most bizarre aspect? Restaurants are paying extra for this feature. You're not just a customer -- you're the product. Plus, I'll reveal the embarrassingly simple trick to opt out completely that has been sitting in front of you all along.
