2GIS Italy

2GIS is a Russian digital mapping and navigation service founded in 1999 by two entrepreneurs, Alexander Sysoev and Dmitry Nikitin. It provides detailed city maps with points of interest, business listings, public transport routes, and real-time navigation. The service initially focused on Russian cities and gradually expanded to Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and other CIS countries. In 2020, Sberbank acquired a controlling stake in 2GIS, integrating it into its ecosystem of digital services. The .it domain suggests an attempt to serve Italian-speaking users or redirect international traffic to the main platform. The core product is available as a mobile app (iOS, Android) and a web version (maps.2gis.com). Key features include building-level 3D models, indoor maps of shopping malls, and a business directory with reviews and contact details. As of 2023, 2GIS claims over 50 million users and covers more than 1,000 cities worldwide. The domain 2gis.it may function as a localized portal, offering Italian language support and relevant regional data. However, without direct access, it is unclear whether the site contains original content or simply redirects. The infrastructure relies on Cloudflare for CDN and security, indicating a professionally managed service. Given the high trust associated with the 2GIS brand, the domain is likely legitimate and not malicious.