Privacy Policy
- No accounts required. You can use 123Compass without signing in.
- Monetization: We use Google AdSense to show ads.
- Your choices: Manage personalized ads in Google Ads Settings or use industry opt-out tools.
- We do not sell personal information.
Who We Are
123Compass is a simple, browser-based compass at 123compass.org. The app uses your phone’s motion and magnetometer sensors (with your permission) to show your heading in degrees and cardinal directions.
Data We Collect Directly
We do not ask you to create an account. We do not require your name, email, or phone number to use the compass. If you contact us (for example via the Contact page or by email), we’ll receive the information you send and will use it only to respond and keep basic records required by law.
Advertising with Google AdSense
We display ads through Google AdSense. AdSense and its partners may set cookies or use similar technologies to deliver, measure, and improve ads. Depending on your settings and location, ads may be personalized (based on your activity) or non-personalized (based on page context, approximate location, or device type).
Cookies & Similar Technologies
Cookies are small files stored by your browser. AdSense may use them to select ads, prevent repeat ads, measure performance, and improve ad quality. You can clear or block cookies in your browser settings. The core compass will still load.
Your Choices
- Google Ads Settings: Manage or turn off personalized ads at adssettings.google.com.
- Industry opt-out tools: aboutads.info (US) and youronlinechoices.eu (EU).
- Browser controls: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. Features like “Do Not Track” or tracking prevention may reduce personalized advertising.
Even if you opt out of personalized ads, you may still see ads—just less tailored.
EEA, UK, and Switzerland
If you visit from the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, we present a consent banner when required. It helps you choose whether cookies or personal data can be used for ad personalization. You can change your preferences using the banner’s link (where available), Google Ads Settings, or your browser controls.
“Do Not Sell or Share”
We do not sell personal information. In jurisdictions where “sale” or “sharing” includes cross-context behavioral advertising, your AdSense personalization choices and the opt-out tools above serve as your controls.
Security & Retention
We keep the site lightweight. We do not store compass sensor readings on our servers. Contact messages are kept only as long as needed to respond and meet legal obligations.
Children’s Privacy
123Compass is a general-audience utility and is not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this page as our practices or legal requirements change. When we do, we’ll revise the “Last updated” date at the top.
Contact Us
Questions about privacy or your choices? Email us at thegeekpagesite@gmail.com or use the Contact page.