Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You know ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you might wonder whether this celebrated name in residential security can provide the modern convenience of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can accomplish. See what’s possible and find tips for adding voice activation into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Activation Can Do In Your Bellingham Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can utilize your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably wondering what you can do. Here are some possibilities:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Toggle smart lights off or on
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a quick way to brighten a light or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s a breeze and permits you to manage your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Control Your ADT Devices
A quick spoken directive is all it takes to control your connected ADT devices. One thing to note, When controlling a specific device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll need to use the name you already gave the device.
Here are some 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 calls for somewhat different phrasing. Here several examples:
- 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 might want to find out if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll hear a response.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Voice integration comes with some limitations. To illustrate, you can’t adjust settings in your home security app by saying a command. 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 Bellingham Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you own. You’ll follow these instructions:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, touch the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
You can find more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Bellingham
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you design your new ADT security system in Bellingham. Phone (360) 205-2750 or submit our form to take the first step.