# Compass For Directions

> Compass for directions is a simple tool used to direction and calculate distance

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.digitalcompassfree.compassforandroid](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.digitalcompassfree.compassforandroid)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.digitalcompassfree.compassforandroid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Digital Compass Team
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 178,222
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (2,150 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2020-11-15
- **Publisher country:** VN
- **Size:** 7.37 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.digitalcompassfree.compassforandroid)
- **Website:** [https://oneaiteam.blogspot.com/](https://oneaiteam.blogspot.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://suamayhoangvinh.wordpress.com/digital-compass-free/](https://suamayhoangvinh.wordpress.com/digital-compass-free/)

## Description

Compass For Directions is a free digital compass extension designed to help users find their bearings with ease. It displays accurate directional information such as North, South, East, and West, while automatically syncing your location to provide real-time compass map rotation.

This tool offers additional features like displaying your current latitude and longitude, sensor status, magnetic field strength, device slope angle, true north, altitude speed, and leveling indicators. It also utilizes GPS technology to calculate distances and routes between two points by simply tapping on the map. Ideal for navigation and outdoor activities, this user-friendly compass helps you stay oriented wherever you are.

## Rankings

- #168,240 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `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.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.LOCATION`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users appreciate 'Compass For Directions' for its accurate compass functionality, easy-to-use interface, and integration with maps which aid in location context. It is especially helpful for those who struggle with directions. The app also offers nice visuals and useful features like showing latitude and longitude. However, several users find the ads intrusive, and a few have noted occasional accuracy problems. Additionally, some users desire more flexibility in checking directions for locations beyond their current live location.

### Pros

- Accurate compass functionality with good directional readings
- Integration with maps providing useful location context
- User-friendly and easy to use interface
- Helpful for users who have difficulty with directions
- Clean visuals and additional features like themes and location display

### Cons

- Presence of too many ads disturbing user experience
- Occasional accuracy issues reported by some users
- Limited functionality in checking directions for locations other than live location

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