Given the ambiguity of the term, I'll offer a general approach to installing software safely and securely, which you can adapt:

Suddenly, his webcam light blinked on—a tiny, judgmental green eye.

If you are a tech enthusiast who enjoys tinkering with open-source software, consider with legal add-ons or Jellyfin (a free, self-hosted media server) rather than shady APKs.

For platforms that require installation:

These apps often request access to your camera, microphone, contacts, and location—permissions that are unnecessary for a video player but ideal for data harvesting.