Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has watched over families for over 150 years, but you might question if this revered name in home security can provide the modern convenience of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. Explore what’s possible and get recommendations for integrating voice commands into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Bloomington Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can control your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you may be curious as to what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Switch smart lights off or on
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with kids, dinner, or groceries, and need a fast way to switch on a light or adjust the temperature, just vocalize a command. It’s easy and permits you to manage your system without grabbing your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Components With These Spoken Commands
A short spoken directive is all it takes to control your connected ADT devices. One thing to note, if you give a command to a device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the same name you used when originally configuring the device.
Here are a few 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 off the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa requires slightly different commands, but it works very similarly. Here are some sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to check if your front 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 response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Voice integration comes with a few restrictions. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT app by saying a command. You also must enter a PIN when performing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Bloomington Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these steps:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, press the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided instructions
Explore more comprehensive instructions in the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Bloomington
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all possible with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Bloomington. Phone (309) 316-6083 or submit our form to take the first step.