Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You know ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you may question if this celebrated name in home security can offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. You’ll be pleased to know the answer is yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. Explore what’s possible and find recommendations for incorporating voice activation into your new home security system.
What Can You Actually Do With Voice Activation In Your Alpharetta Home?
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re probably thinking about what’s possible. Here are some possibilities:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Toggle smart lights off or on
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a fast way to brighten a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and lets you manage your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Components With These Voice Instructions
A simple spoken directive is all you need to control your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you verbalize a command to a device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you must use the same name you used when first configuring 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 on the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa requires slightly different phrasing, but it operates very similarly. Here are some common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 60%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You may want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll receive a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Smart speaker integration does have some limitations. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking instructions. You also must enter a PIN number when carrying out sensitive actions, such as turning off your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Alpharetta Home
Setting up voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone
- In Google, head to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, tap the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Explore more detailed instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Alpharetta
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you customize your new ADT security system in Alpharetta. Call (678) 251-9195 or submit our form to begin.