Last updated: 16 September 2026
This page describes the storage technologies (cookies and similar tools such as localStorage) used by gfcarval.it and how to manage your preferences.
1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that websites store on the user's device. Similar technologies, such as localStorage and sessionStorage, store information directly in the browser. In this notice the term "cookies" covers all of these technologies.
2. Necessary cookies (always on)
These are essential for the site to work, do not require consent and are not used for profiling:
- gfc-cookie-consent (localStorage, first party): stores the choice made on the cookie banner.
- NEXT_LOCALE (cookie, first party): remembers the selected language (Italian or English).
- theme (localStorage, first party): remembers the light or dark theme preference.
- wa-label-dismissed (sessionStorage, first party): avoids showing the WhatsApp contact hint again in the same session.
3. Statistics (with consent)
With consent to the "Statistics" category, the site enables Vercel Web Analytics. The tool does not use cookies and collects usage data in anonymous, aggregate form (pages visited, device type), without identifying the visitor or tracking them across other sites.
4. External content: Google Maps (with consent)
The maps showing how to reach our branches are embedded via Google Maps and load only after consent to the "External content" category. Once the map is loaded, Google LLC may set its own third-party cookies and process data (such as the IP address) according to its own notice, available at policies.google.com/privacy. Without consent, an external link to Google Maps is shown instead of the map.
5. Managing your preferences
On the first visit, the banner lets you accept, reject or customise the categories. Your choice can be changed at any time via the "Preferences" link in the footer of every page. You can also block or delete cookies from your browser settings: instructions are available in the Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge guides.
6. Updates
This list may be updated if new site features are introduced. The version published on this page is the authoritative one. For any questions: certified e-mail gfcarval@pec.it.