# 指南針

> This app can show compass directions and the lunar calendar.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vscomputing.cncompass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.vscomputing.cncompass)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.vscomputing.cncompass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** VSCOM
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 487,421
- **Rating:** 2.67 / 5 (486 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.8.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-26
- **First published:** 2013-09-04
- **Publisher country:** VN
- **Size:** 6.57 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vscomputing.cncompass)
- **Website:** [http://vscomputing.com](http://vscomputing.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://vscomputing.com/app\_privacy\_policy.php](http://vscomputing.com/app_privacy_policy.php)

## Description

指南針 is a versatile Chrome extension that offers users accurate compass directions (east, west, north, and south) to assist with orientation. It also displays detailed location information including latitude, longitude, and address, giving insight into the apps currently using location services. Users can enjoy traditional features such as the Earthly Branches Clock and an integrated lunar calendar.

Designed for a global audience, 指南針 supports multiple languages including Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and English, ensuring accessibility and ease of use. This extension is ideal for those interested in navigation, lunar calendar tracking, and cultural timekeeping methods, blending modern technology with traditional elements.

## Rankings

- #102,843 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.vscomputing.cncompass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Reviews are mostly positive, with repeated general praise for the app. Ads are the only issue mentioned by multiple reviewers. Other complaints—such as the app reverting to English, compass incompatibility, and slow downloading—appear only once each.

### Pros

- Many reviewers describe the app positively, calling it good, nice, or very good.

### Cons

- Ads are a recurring complaint; some users specifically find them annoying or invasive.

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