TERMS OF SERVICE

Terms & Conditions of Use.

Please review these terms and conditions carefully before using Online Qibla Finder services.

โš ๏ธImportant Advisory on Compass Accuracy & Sensor Calibration

Digital compasses rely on your device's internal magnetometer hardware. Readings can be affected by local magnetic interference (e.g. nearby metal objects, steel beams, magnetic phone cases, or car dashboards). For maximum accuracy, perform a smooth figure-8 motion with your device before use, or cross-verify direction using our interactive geodesic map or Solar Qibla Finder tool.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Online Qibla Finder (accessible at onlineqiblafinder.com), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Scope & Purpose of Utility Services

Online Qibla Finder provides a free, web-based tool designed to help Muslims determine the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225ยฐ N, 39.8262ยฐ E) using client-side algorithms, interactive geodesic map lines, AR camera overlays, solar alignment times, and prayer time estimations.

  • The service is provided 100% free of charge for personal, non-commercial religious guidance.
  • No user registration, subscription, or software purchase is required.

3. Sensor Calibration & Accuracy Disclaimer

While Online Qibla Finder uses mathematically exact Great-Circle Geodesic formulas (atan2 bearing calculation), the real-world accuracy of the live compass is dependent on your hardware device sensors:

  1. Hardware Magnetometer Variance: Smartphones contain micro-electromechanical magnetometers that require periodic calibration.
  2. Magnetic Interference: Using the compass near heavy iron structures, high-voltage power lines, laptop speakers, or magnetic phone covers can distort heading readings.
  3. User Responsibility: Users are advised to calibrate their device by waving it smoothly in a figure-8 pattern, and to confirm orientation using our interactive Geodesic Map baseline or Solar Shadow tool when absolute accuracy is desired.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All code, UI layouts, graphic designs, logos, text content, and branding elements on Online Qibla Finder are protected by intellectual property and copyright laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view the site for personal, non-commercial purposes. Re-distributing, scraping, or framing the website inside unauthorized commercial applications is prohibited.

5. Limitation of Liability

The service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. In no event shall Online Qibla Finder, its developers, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from sensor inaccuracies, internet connectivity disruptions, or browser compatibility issues.

6. Changes to Terms & Contact Info

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms & Conditions at any time. Continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

Effective Date: August 2026
Questions? Visit our Contact Page.
Device Access & Privacy

App Permissions Required

To display exact Qibla orientation, real-time compass movement, and AR camera view, Online Qibla Finder requests access to your location and sensors.

๐Ÿ“ฑBest Results on Mobile devices with Location & Motion Enabled
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GPS Location Access
Calculates exact angle to Kaaba in Mecca
Pending
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Motion & Orientation Sensors
Rotates compass dial with device heading
Pending
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Camera Access (AR Mode)
Overlays Qibla arrow on live camera feed
Optional