Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy


Privacy Policy

With this privacy notice, Beato Vini (hereinafter also “Beato Vini”, “we” or “our”) informs users about the processing of personal data carried out through the website and the e-commerce.

This notice is governed by Swiss law (Federal Act on Data Protection – nLPD).

Since certain forms of data processing may fall within the scope of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), this notice is also drafted in accordance with that regulation.

1. Data controller and privacy contact

Data controller
FG-Company GmbH
Im Geissel 6
8532 Weiningen (TG) – Switzerland
Phone: +41 79 403 17 44
info@beato-vini.com

Data protection contact
Eva Ehrat
eva.ehrat@beato-vini.com

2. Types of personal data processed

We process personal data that the user provides voluntarily and data collected automatically during navigation.

2.1 Data provided by the user

By way of example:

  • first and last name
  • company
  • email address
  • postal address
  • phone number
  • content of messages sent through contact forms
  • data required to create a customer account
  • data related to orders, billing and shipping
2.2 Data collected automatically

During website navigation, the following data may be collected automatically:

  • IP address
  • browser type and version
  • operating system
  • date and time of access
  • visited URLs and pages
  • technical information necessary for the operation of the website
3. Purposes of processing and legal bases

Personal data are processed for the following purposes:

  • website and e-commerce management
  • registration and management of the customer account
  • management of orders, payments, billing and shipping
  • responding to contact or support requests
  • fulfilment of contractual and pre-contractual obligations
  • fulfilment of legal and tax obligations
  • protection of the data controller’s rights and legitimate interests
  • statistical analysis of website usage

Processing is based on:

  • performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures
  • compliance with legal obligations
  • the data controller’s legitimate interest
  • user consent, where required

Consent may be withdrawn at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.

4. Cookies and similar technologies

The website uses cookies and similar technologies.

Cookies are small text files stored on the user’s device and enable the proper operation of the website.

4.1 Technical cookies

We use technical cookies necessary for:

  • operation of the e-commerce
  • cart management
  • user authentication and login
  • language storage
  • website security

These cookies do not require user consent.

4.2 Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to analyse website usage in an aggregated and anonymised form.

Google Analytics uses cookies that allow analysis of user behaviour on the website. We have enabled IP anonymisation, which reduces the IP address before transmission to Google’s servers.

Collected data may be transferred to countries outside the EU (for example, the United States). Transfers are based on standard contractual clauses and other safeguards provided by applicable law.

The user may:

  • accept or refuse analytics cookies through the cookie banner
  • disable Google Analytics by installing the browser add-on available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
5. Cookie management

The user may manage cookie preferences:

  • through the cookie banner on the website
  • through their browser settings

Disabling cookies may limit certain website features.

6. Use of third-party services

YouTube
The website may embed YouTube videos (YouTube LLC, a Google group company). Enhanced privacy mode is enabled, which limits data collection until the user interacts with the video.

More information: https://www.youtube.com/t/privacy

7. Disclosure of data to third parties

Personal data may be disclosed to:

  • companies within the Beato Vini group
  • IT service providers, hosting providers and technical support
  • logistics and shipping partners
  • professional advisors
  • competent authorities, where required by law

Data are disclosed only to the extent necessary to achieve the stated purposes.

8. Data retention

Personal data are retained for the time necessary to achieve the purposes for which they were collected and in any case:

  • for the entire duration of the contractual relationship
  • for the time required by legal and tax obligations
  • for the protection of the data controller’s rights

Analytics cookies are retained for a maximum period of 12 months, unless deleted earlier by the user.

9. Data subject rights

The user has the right to:

  • obtain information about processed data
  • request correction or update of data
  • request deletion or restriction of processing
  • object to processing
  • request data portability
  • withdraw consent at any time

Requests may be sent to the contacts indicated in section 1.

A complaint may be submitted to the competent supervisory authority. In Switzerland: the Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) https://www.edoeb.admin.ch

10. Data security

We adopt appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data. The website uses an SSL connection.

Please note that data transmission over the Internet may involve risks that cannot be completely eliminated.

11. Changes to this notice

We reserve the right to amend this notice at any time. The updated version is always available on the website and takes effect upon publication.

12. Third-party data

If you provide us with personal data relating to third parties, please ensure that you are authorised to do so, that the data subjects have been properly informed about the disclosure of their data and that they are aware of this Privacy Policy. Please also ensure that the data provided are accurate and up to date.

13. Disclaimer

Our website contains general information about companies within the Beato Vini group, as well as their products and services. Such information is provided for informational purposes only and is intended as initial guidance for interested users.

All information provided on this website is published without any warranty, whether express or implied. Any liability is therefore excluded, for example regarding correctness, reliability, completeness or timeliness of the information.

For detailed and binding information, please contact us directly using the contact details indicated in section 1 of this Notice.

14. Links to other websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We have no control over the content and structure of such websites and assume no responsibility for the information contained therein.

The content of linked websites is the sole responsibility of their respective operators.

15. Copyright

Beato Vini authorises users to copy or print the content available on this website exclusively for personal use.

Content published in the News section may be copied or printed for publication purposes, provided that Beato Vini’s copyright ownership is clearly indicated.

All copyrights and other protective rights relating to the website content remain the exclusive property of Beato Vini, unless otherwise stated.

16. Jurisdiction

The competent jurisdiction for legal disputes arising from the use of our websites is Weiningen (TG), Switzerland.


Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy is an integral part of the Privacy Policy and describes the use of cookies and similar technologies on the Beato Vini website and e-commerce.

1. What cookies are

Cookies are small text files that websites visited by the user send to the user’s device (computer, tablet, smartphone), where they are stored and then transmitted back to the same websites upon subsequent visits.

Cookies allow the website to recognise the user’s device, improve the browsing experience and ensure the proper operation of the services offered.

2. Types of cookies used
2.1 Technical and functional cookies (necessary)

The website uses technical cookies that are essential for the proper functioning of the e-commerce, including:

  • cart management
  • user login and authentication
  • storage of language preferences
  • website security
  • order completion

These cookies do not require user consent because they are necessary to provide the requested service.

2.2 Analytics cookies (statistical)

The website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to collect anonymous statistical information on website usage (for example, number of visitors, visited pages and time spent on the website).

The collected information:

  • is used only for internal statistical purposes
  • is not used for marketing or profiling activities
  • does not allow direct identification of the user

IP anonymisation is enabled, which reduces the IP address before transmission to Google’s servers.

Analytics cookies are used only with the user’s consent expressed through the cookie banner.

2.3 Profiling cookies

The website does not use profiling, marketing or advertising cookies. The following are not present:

  • Meta and Facebook Pixel
  • Google Ads
  • remarketing tools
  • tracking for advertising purposes
3. Third-party cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services used on the website, such as:

  • Google Analytics (Google LLC)
  • YouTube (only when embedded videos are viewed)

The use of such cookies is governed by the privacy notices of the respective third parties.

4. Consent management

On the first visit to the website, the user is shown a cookie banner that allows the user to:

  • accept all cookies
  • refuse non-necessary cookies
  • obtain more information

Consent may be withdrawn at any time by changing browser settings or deleting cookies already stored.

5. Cookie management through the browser

The user may configure their browser to:

  • show a warning before cookies are installed
  • accept or refuse cookies individually
  • disable cookies entirely

Disabling technical cookies may compromise the proper functioning of the website.

Useful links for managing cookies in major browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge
6. Transfer of data to third countries

The use of Google Analytics may involve the transfer of data to countries outside the EU (for example, the United States). Such transfers take place in accordance with the safeguards provided by applicable law, including standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.

7. Updates to the Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated at any time. The updated version is always available on the website.

Last updated: 09 February 2026