Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You likely know ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might wonder whether this celebrated name in residential security can provide the everyday convenience of voice activation. You’ll be happy to know the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can accomplish. See what’s possible and browse suggestions for integrating voice commands into your new home security system.
What Can You Actually Do With Voice Activation In Your Tempe Home?
Now that you’ve confirmed you can control your ADT home security with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you might be curious as to what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Toggle smart lights on or off
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy cooking or exercising, and need a quick way to turn on lights or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and lets you manage your system without reaching for your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Components With These Spoken Commands
A short spoken command is all it takes to operate your connected ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you give a command to a device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you must use the same name you used when originally setting up the device.
Here are several commands you can use with Google Home:
- 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 68 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works about the same, but requires somewhat different commands. Here a few examples:
- 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 72 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to check if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll receive a response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Voice integration does have some restrictions. For instance, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by saying a command. You also must supply a PIN when performing certain actions, such as turning off your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Tempe Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you own. You’ll follow these steps:
- Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, go to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, press the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT credentials and follow the provided steps
Explore more detailed instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Tempe
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you build your new ADT system in Tempe. Phone (480) 608-0064 or fill out our form to take the first step.