Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you may ask yourself if this trusted name in home security can offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be pleased to know the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can do. See what’s possible and find suggestions for incorporating voice commands into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Control Can Do In Your New Haven Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can control your ADT home security with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely wondering what you might do. Here are some possibilities:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Toggle smart lights off or on
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a quick way to switch on a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and lets you engage your system without grabbing your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Equipment With These Voice Instructions
A short verbal command is all it takes to activate your integrated ADT devices. One thing to note, if you verbalize a command to a specific device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the name you already gave the device.
Manage your ADT tools with the following Google Home commands:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn on the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 2 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works about the same, but needs slightly different phrasing. Here are some sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to know if your front door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll get a reply.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Voice integration comes with some limitations. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your home security app by speaking instructions. You’ll also have to provide a PIN when carrying out certain actions, such as disarming your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your New Haven Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll follow these instructions:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT username and password and follow the instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions in the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In New Haven
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you design your new ADT alarm system in New Haven. Phone (203) 402-8863 or complete our form to take the first step.