Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this celebrated name in residential security can provide the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be glad to hear the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. Discover what’s possible and browse tips for incorporating voice commands into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Activation Can Do In Your Spokane Home
Now that you’re aware you can control your ADT home security with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you may be curious as to what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a quick way to switch on a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s a breeze and allows you to control your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Equipment With These Voice Instructions
A short verbal command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When controlling a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the same name you used when first installing the device.
Control your ADT tools with these Google Home commands:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn off the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa requires slightly different commands, but it functions very similarly. Here a few sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You may want to check if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll receive a response.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Smart speaker integration has a few restrictions. For instance, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT app by speaking a voice command. You also must supply a PIN number when completing sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your security system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Spokane Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these instructions:
- Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
You can find more in-depth instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Spokane
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all available with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you build your new ADT system in Spokane. Call (509) 240-8651 or complete our form to take the first step.