#reality *How Your Data is "Lovingly Collected" and Generously Sold* by agents and other spam groups ———————————————— *1. “Group Entry” – For Their Privacy, Not Yours* They’ll politely ask for your name, age, and exam results to add you to a “private group.” Why? Because they deeply care *about your privacy.* That’s why they’ll quietly share your data with ten *schools by breakfast.* But don’t worry — *it’s all for your “convenience.”* ———————————————— *2. “Free Study Material”* – Just a Trojan Horse in a PDF You hand over your info thinking you’re getting *life-changing notes.* Instead, you receive a poorly scanned document and an open invitation to be *spammed by training institutes.* Educational? Not really. Entertaining? Only if you like *chaos.* ———————————————— *3. The Mysterious Girl DMing You About a Flight School Abroad* Out of nowhere, a girl’s profile pops up in your DMs: *Hey, I just joined this flight school in Canada/NZ/NowhereLand!”* She’s not selling anything — just sharing her inspiring story... until the fifth message. Before you know it, you're halfway enrolled — and she’s probably halfway to her *referral bonus.* ———————————————— *4. Students Turned Secret Agents* — With Commission Goals You think someone’s being helpful, but surprise — they’re just a student turned *part-time agent earning on referrals.* If someone actually wants to help, they’ll speak openly — not act like they're running a covert operation from the *shadows of your inbox.* ———————————————— *5. “I Know the CFI” and Other Cringe Name-Drops* “I’m on the school’s panel.” “I own part of the ground class.” *“CFI is my college roommate’s uncle’s barber.”* If you're legit, you don’t need to say it — people will see it. Appreciation isn’t whispered in DMs; it’s said up front, proudly and publicly. ———————————————— *Final Approach:* Your personal data isn’t a “small ask.” It’s valuable. So next time someone sweet-talks you into giving it away for a group, a free PDF, or a “chance to study abroad,” ask yourself: ———————————————— *Disclaimer:* The above content is intended solely for general awareness and educational purposes. It does not refer to or target any specific individual, institution, or organization. Any resemblance to actual situations is purely coincidental. Always verify information and make informed decisions based on your own research. ————————————————