NorthPin True North Compass
True North & µT Alerts
About
This offline compass provides accurate headings with multiple stability modes and a magnetic interference detector. Save waypoints, get direction guidance, and access sun, moon, and Qibla information without an internet connection. It also offers various coordinate formats and a night mode.
What's New in NorthPin True North Compass
2.0
July 18, 2026
NorthPin 2.0 — a big update: • Waypoints: save named directions and use back-bearing to retrace your steps • Offline Qibla, plus sun & moon azimuth, elevation and moon phase • Coordinates in DD, DMS, UTM and MGRS; heading in degrees, NATO mils or gradians • Red night mode to preserve your night vision • Smoother, more stable heading with 3 stability modes and a live jitter score • Home-screen widget with your last heading Still 100% offline. No ads, no tracking, no account.
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FAQ
Does NorthPin have ads?
No, NorthPin is completely ad-free. The app is designed with a privacy promise, ensuring no data is collected, no account is needed, and nothing is uploaded from your device.
How accurate is NorthPin's heading?
NorthPin offers stable 0–360° bearings with 3 stability modes and a live jitter score to ensure accuracy. It also includes a magnetic interference detector with µT field strength warnings.
Can I use NorthPin without an internet connection?
Yes, NorthPin is an offline compass. It does not require an internet connection for its core functions, including magnetic or True North calculations with offline WMM declination.
What coordinate formats does NorthPin support?
NorthPin supports coordinates in DD, DMS, UTM, and MGRS formats, with a one-tap copy feature for convenience. It also allows heading in degrees, NATO mils (6400), or gradians.
How does NorthPin help me find my way?
NorthPin allows you to pin a bearing and receive left/right guidance until you are on target. You can also save named waypoints and use back-bearing to retrace your steps.
What celestial information is available offline in NorthPin?
NorthPin provides offline access to sun and moon azimuth, elevation, sunrise/sunset direction, and moon phase. It also offers offline Qibla direction computed on your device.
Is NorthPin suitable for use at night?
Yes, NorthPin includes a red night mode designed to preserve night vision. It also offers a home-screen widget and an outdoor mode for enhanced usability.
What is the update frequency for NorthPin?
NorthPin was last updated on July 18, 2026, indicating active development. The latest version is 2.0.
