Cookie Policy

GFS Global Flooring System

Last updated: March 25, 2026

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that websites send to the user’s browser, where they are stored and retransmitted to the same websites on subsequent visits. Cookies are used for various purposes, such as enabling efficient page navigation, remembering user preferences, and improving the browsing experience.

2. Data Controller

GFS Global Flooring System
Via Veterani dello Sport, 34
43124 Parma (PR), Italy
Email: info@gieffesse.com
Phone: +39 342 130 1260

3. Types of Cookies Used

3.1 Technical Cookies (Necessary)

These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website and cannot be disabled. They are set in response to user actions, such as configuring privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

  • Session cookies for navigation management.
  • Language preference cookies (IT/EN).
  • Cookie consent cookies (storing user choices).
  • Security cookies (CSRF protection).

3.2 Analytical Cookies

These cookies allow us to collect anonymous information about website usage, such as visitor numbers, most visited pages, and browsing patterns. We use this information to improve the performance and content of the website.

  • Google Analytics: third-party cookies for web traffic analysis. Data is collected in anonymized form (anonymized IP). Duration: up to 14 months. Google Privacy Policy.

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering the user’s preferred language or region.

3.4 Profiling / Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites in order to display relevant and engaging advertisements. They are installed only with the user’s explicit consent.

  • Meta Pixel (Facebook): third-party cookies for remarketing and conversion analysis. Meta Privacy Policy.

4. Third-Party Cookies

The website may include third-party components that set their own cookies, over which the Data Controller has no direct control. The main third-party services include:

  • Google Analytics — web traffic analysis.
  • Google Fonts — custom font loading.
  • Meta/Facebook — tracking pixel (if activated).
  • Instagram — embedded widgets and content.

For detailed information on third-party cookies, please refer to the respective privacy policies.

5. How to Manage Cookies

Users can manage their cookie preferences in several ways:

5.1 Via the Consent Banner

On the first visit to the website, an informational banner allows you to accept, reject, or customize cookie preferences. Choices can be changed at any time.

5.2 Via Browser Settings

You can manage cookies directly from your browser settings. Below are links to the guides for major browsers:

Note: disabling technical cookies may impair the website’s functionality.

6. Legal Basis

Technical cookies are installed on the basis of the Data Controller’s legitimate interest in ensuring the proper functioning of the website. Analytical, functionality, and profiling cookies are installed only with the user’s prior consent, pursuant to Art. 6.1.a of the GDPR and Directive 2002/58/EC (ePrivacy).

7. User Rights

Users may exercise the rights provided by the GDPR (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, objection) by contacting the Data Controller at: info@gieffesse.com

For more information on the processing of personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

The Data Controller reserves the right to make changes to this Cookie Policy. Changes will be published on this page with an updated date.