Is it legal to use a dash cam?

Currently, the use of dashcams is legal in Malaysia. Although the government does not mandate their installation, it explicitly encourages the public to use them voluntarily to enhance road safety. Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook stated that the relevant policies are still under study, and it is necessary to balance social acceptance and implementation costs. However, attention must be paid to privacy protection: avoid disseminating clips containing others' portraits or sensitive information, and ensure that the device is installed in a position that does not obstruct the driver's view. For example, models with a resolution of 1080P or higher and an aperture of F1.6-2.2 can ensure clear footage in nighttime or emergency situations. It is particularly important to note that if a mobile phone is used instead of a professional device, the recording must be done via a compliant app and the original video must be saved in its entirety to avoid the invalidation of evidence due to editing.