# Compass For Direction

> Compass For Direction give you the directions of North, East,West and South

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.zoom.compass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Mahindra Apps
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 775,971
- **Rating:** 3.00 / 5 (687 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.35
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-22
- **First published:** 2016-05-25
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 16 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zoom.compass)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://smartmahindra.blogspot.com/2022/07/privacy-policy.html](https://smartmahindra.blogspot.com/2022/07/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

**Compass For Direction** is a simple and user-friendly Chrome extension that accurately displays the four main cardinal directions: North, East, West, and South. Utilizing your device's built-in sensors, this tool provides real-time directional guidance without any complex setup.

Ideal for travelers, hikers, or anyone navigating unfamiliar terrain, this compass extension offers reliable direction indication, especially useful in emergency situations or places lacking communication, such as forests, seas, mountains, or deserts. With clear needle indicators for each direction, Compass For Direction simplifies navigation and helps users easily orient themselves with the Earth’s magnetic directions.

## Rankings

- #79,021 — 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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.zoom.compass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User reviews for 'Compass For Direction' are mixed but predominantly negative. While a few users found it accurate, easy, and convenient, the majority report serious issues: the app often fails to show direction, displays incorrect readings, or functions merely as a static compass image. Many users consider it a waste of time and data, expressing frustration over its poor reliability and compatibility with some devices.

### Pros

- Exceptionally accurate and easy to use
- Convenient interface
- Provides best direction as claimed by some users
- Used by experienced users such as a Vastu expert

### Cons

- Does not work or show direction on multiple devices
- Shows incorrect or zero heading/direction
- Acts like just a photo of a compass without actual functionality
- Poor performance leading to user frustration
- Many users consider it a waste of time and data to download

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