The Malta Type Approval Committee (TAC) is committed to transparency about the use of cookies on our platform. This policy explains what cookies are, which cookies we use, and how you can manage them.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) by your web browser when you visit a website. They serve various purposes, such as remembering your preferences, keeping you signed in, and helping the website function correctly.

Cookies may be "session" cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or "persistent" cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or you delete them manually.

Cookies We Use

Our platform uses a minimal number of cookies, all of which are essential for the platform to function correctly. We do not use any advertising, marketing, or analytics tracking cookies.

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the platform. Without them, the platform cannot function properly.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
mtaa-cookie-consent	Records your cookie consent preference so that the cookie banner is not shown on every visit.	1 year	Persistent
KC_RESTART	Used by the authentication system (Keycloak) to manage the login flow when you sign in to your account.	Session	Session
KEYCLOAK_SESSION	Maintains your authenticated session so that you remain signed in while using the platform.	Session	Session
KEYCLOAK_IDENTITY	Identifies your authenticated user session with the identity provider.	Session	Session
AUTH_SESSION_TOKEN	Secures the session between your browser and the platform after authentication.	Session	Session

Cookies We Do Not Use

For your information, the TAC platform does not use:

Analytics cookies: we do not use Google Analytics or any similar analytics service.
Advertising cookies: we do not display advertisements or use cookies to track you for advertising purposes.
Third-party tracking cookies: we do not embed third-party trackers or social media pixels.

Managing Cookies

When you first visit the platform, a cookie consent banner allows you to choose between accepting all cookies or only essential cookies. Since all cookies on our platform are essential for its operation, disabling them may prevent you from using certain features, particularly those requiring authentication.

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Please note that blocking essential cookies may impair the functionality of the platform. For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, visit allaboutcookies.org/manage-cookies.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We recommend that you review this page periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Data Protection Officer

Malta Type Approval Committee

Mizzi House, National Road

Blata l-Bajda HMR 9010, Malta

Email: [email protected]

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Last updated: 5 February 2026