Qibla Direction
Find the exact direction to the Kaaba in Mecca from your current location. Our accurate Qibla compass helps Muslims pray in the correct direction anywhere in the world.
How to Find the Qibla Direction
1
Open the App
Launch HalalCheck and navigate to the Qibla Compass feature. The app will request access to your device's location and compass sensors.
2
Calibrate Your Compass
Move your phone in a figure-8 pattern to calibrate the magnetometer. This ensures the compass reading is accurate and not affected by nearby electronic devices or metal objects.
3
Follow the Arrow
The compass arrow points toward the Kaaba in Mecca. Rotate your body until the arrow aligns with the direction marker. The bearing angle and distance to the Kaaba are displayed on screen.
What Is the Qibla?
The Qibla is the direction that Muslims face during their daily prayers (Salah). It points toward the Kaaba, the cube-shaped structure at the center of Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Facing the Qibla is a requirement for the validity of prayer in Islam, as mentioned in the Quran (2:144).
The exact direction varies depending on your location on Earth. For someone in North America, the Qibla is roughly northeast. For someone in Southeast Asia, it is roughly northwest. The HalalCheck Qibla compass calculates the great-circle bearing from your GPS coordinates to the Kaaba's coordinates (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the Qibla compass?
The HalalCheck Qibla compass uses your device's GPS for location and the magnetometer for direction. Accuracy depends on your device's compass calibration — typically within 1-3 degrees when properly calibrated. For best results, calibrate by moving your phone in a figure-8 pattern and keep away from magnets or large metal objects.
Why do I need to calibrate the compass?
Smartphone magnetometers can be affected by nearby electronics, metal objects, and magnetic interference. Calibration resets the sensor to account for these environmental factors. Without calibration, the compass may point several degrees off from the true Qibla direction.
What if my phone doesn't have a compass sensor?
Some budget smartphones lack a dedicated magnetometer (compass sensor). If your device doesn't have one, the Qibla feature will show the bearing angle and direction (e.g., 'Northeast at 46°') based on your GPS location so you can use an external compass or landmark to orient yourself.
Does the Qibla direction change based on location?
Yes, the Qibla direction is different depending on where you are in the world. From New York it is roughly northeast (58°), from London it is southeast (119°), from Tokyo it is west-northwest (293°), and from Sydney it is northwest (277°). The app calculates the shortest great-circle path from your GPS coordinates to the Kaaba.