What Is the Online Compass?

This is like a regular compass but online, and it works in most modern browsers and supports most devices. It can help you get accurate directions for your outdoor activities. After you open it, it can work offline without network access. Just don't close your browser or the tab with this web page, which makes it perfect for places where the internet connection is slow. It's easy to work with, and it shows information such as the angle and direction right on the compass itself. You can also enable location to view your location on a map. If some of its functions don't work for some reason, we have provided a troubleshooting guide below. Just read it, and it will help you set it up.

What devices can use this online compass?

Any device that has a magnetometer will work, whether it's Android or iOS. Even older or budget phones likely have a magnetometer inside.

Compass doesn't work, what should I do?

Make sure your browser has enabled access to the sensors that allow this compass to work.

Setup for Chrome

Copy and paste the link into a new tab:

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Set Generic Sensor Extra Classes to enabled. If using Chrome versions older than Chrome 67, ensure the Generic Sensor flag is also enabled.

Setup for Edge

Copy and paste the link into a new tab, just like in Chrome:

Set Generic Sensor Extra Classes to enabled.

Safari (iOS and macOS)

For Safari, you need to enable device orientation events in the settings:

1. Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security.
2. Enable Motion & Orientation Access.

For macOS Safari:

1. Go to Safari > Preferences > Websites.
2. Ensure Motion & Orientation Access is allowed.

Is The Online Compass Accurate?

Yes, our online compass is designed to be as accurate as possible. However, the accuracy can depend on your device's built-in magnetometer functionality and your privacy settings. To calibrate your device, move it in a figure-8 pattern a few times. This will help it calibrate and become more accurate.

How to Use This Online Compass?

We've designed our compass to be as simple as possible to use right out of the box.

1. Just open this web page.
2. For most users, it will work straight away.
3. If it doesn't work, go to our troubleshooting settings and make sure you set it up.