# Compass - Compass Direction

> A compass app allows you to navigate anytime and anywhere easily and accurately

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.digital.compass.maps.digitalcompass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.digital.compass.maps.digitalcompass)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.digital.compass.maps.digitalcompass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Amazic Applications
- **Category:** MAPS\_AND\_NAVIGATION
- **Downloads:** 933,900
- **Rating:** 3.76 / 5 (1,135 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-23
- **First published:** 2021-11-15
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 58 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.digital.compass.maps.digitalcompass)
- **Website:** [http://amazic.net](http://amazic.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://amazic.net/Privacy-Policy-ASA002\_compass.html](https://amazic.net/Privacy-Policy-ASA002_compass.html)

## Description

**Compass - Compass Direction** is a powerful and user-friendly compass app designed to help you navigate quickly and accurately wherever you are. Perfect for outdoor activities, exploration, and travel, this app transforms your smartphone into a reliable compass, eliminating the need for a traditional one. Simply open the app and get instant access to your current direction, magnetic power, and precise location.

The app features multiple compass styles, location sharing capabilities, and displays magnetic strength for enhanced usability. Its simple interface ensures ease of use, helping you stay on track and find your way without hassle. Whether you’re hiking, exploring new places, or just need accurate navigation, Compass - Compass Direction is your perfect companion. Download now to experience smooth and reliable navigation at your fingertips!

## Rankings

- #71,048 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.amazon.privacypass.ATTEST`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.digital.compass.maps.digitalcompass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

User feedback is polarized: some praise the compass for accurate directions and call the app nice or good, but most reviews flag pervasive ads that disrupt use and page through permissions prompts. The core feature exists, but the experience is dominated by ads and permission requests, leading to uninstallations; only a minority have a positive view.

### Pros

- Pinpoint compass directions (accurate directions).
- Nice app.
- Very good.
- Good.
- Too good.

### Cons

- Excessive intrusive ads that disrupt usage.
- Ads cover the screen and appear on almost every action; hard to exit.
- Requires broad permissions (location/GPS and access to storage/photos, etc.).
- Not working / unusable due to ads.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.digital.compass.maps.digitalcompass)