# Sun Seeker: Sunlight Tracker

> Catch sunlight, sunrise sunset times and sun phases with the AR sun tracker.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ajnaware.sunseeker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ajnaware.sunseeker)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ajnaware.sunseeker`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ozPDA
- **Category:** PHOTOGRAPHY
- **Downloads:** 61,936
- **Rating:** 4.78 / 5 (974 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-13
- **First published:** 2012-02-29
- **Publisher country:** AU
- **Size:** 14 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ajnaware.sunseeker)
- **Website:** [https://www.ozpda.com](https://www.ozpda.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ozpda.com/privacy/sunseeker.html](https://www.ozpda.com/privacy/sunseeker.html)

## Description

Sun Seeker is a comprehensive sun tracking Chrome extension that combines GPS, magnetometer, and gyroscope data to provide real-time tracking of sun positions, sunrise and sunset times, sun phases, and solar paths. It offers a flat compass alongside a 3D augmented reality (AR) camera view, helping users visualize the sun's trajectory and sunlight exposure precisely.

Ideal for photographers, architects, real estate buyers, campers, and gardeners, Sun Seeker aids in planning activities around the golden hour and optimal sunlight conditions. Features include customizable location selection with over 40,000 cities, notifications for golden hour and sunset alerts, detailed sun angle calculations, and equinox and solstice path displays. With support for offline location data and a user-friendly interface, Sun Seeker is perfect for anyone seeking to maximize sunlight exposure and make informed decisions based on solar data.

## Rankings

- #273,730 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.ajnaware.sunseeker.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Users appreciate Sun Seeker for its practical use in photography, house hunting, and professional work, particularly its 3D map feature showing sun angles. However, many report recurring issues such as address search failures, disappearing sun diagrams, inaccurate sun positioning due to poor compass calibration, frequent crashes in 3D mode, and difficulties with app updates. Users also note the lack of calibration options and missing companion apps on Android, leading to some frustration despite the app’s otherwise valuable functionality.

### Pros

- Very useful for photography planning and house hunting by showing sun position and exposure
- Includes a 3D map feature that displays sun angles and is appreciated for its accuracy
- Easy to use with intuitive features like gyro mode calibration
- Provides important information for professionals like architects and for technical purposes (e.g., sensor placement)
- Developers are responsive to user concerns and provide support

### Cons

- Issues with searching addresses on the map where the sun diagram disappears and cannot be restored
- App has become inaccurate or unreliable on some devices, especially with compass calibration affecting sun location accuracy
- Frequent crashes or malfunction of the 3D map function, especially on certain devices like Samsung A70
- Lack of calibration adjustments for correcting compass/sun location errors
- Problems with app updates and support for Android compared to iOS, including missing companion apps and outdated features

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ajnaware.sunseeker)