Online Compass
Find north, east, south and west, check which way a door or plot faces, or find the Qibla direction, using your phone’s built-in compass sensor.
The compass points to magnetic north. In India the difference from true north is less than 2°. Keep the phone away from metal objects, magnets, speakers and laptops, which disturb the sensor.
How to use Online Compass
- Open this page on your phone and press Start compass (on iPhone, tap Allow).
- Hold the phone flat, away from metal and magnets.
- Read the direction at the top. Tap Show Qibla direction to add the Qibla marker.
Features
- Degrees and 16-point direction
- Qibla direction marker
- Calibration and tilt warnings
- Keeps the screen on while in use
Frequently asked questions
Does the online compass work on a laptop?
Usually not. Most laptops and desktops have no compass sensor. Open the page on an Android phone or iPhone instead.
Why is the compass wrong or jumping around?
Magnets, metal, phone cases with magnets, speakers and electrical wiring disturb the sensor. Move away from them and calibrate by moving the phone in a figure-8 a few times.
Does it show true north or magnetic north?
Magnetic north, like a normal compass. In India the difference from true north is under 2°, which is negligible for everyday use.
Can I use it to check the Vastu direction of a house?
Yes. Stand at the centre of the house or at the main door, hold the phone flat and read the facing direction. Take readings in a few spots, away from steel doors and appliances.
How is the Qibla direction calculated?
From your location, the tool calculates the great-circle direction to the Kaaba in Makkah and marks it on the dial in green.
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