Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might question if this trusted name in residential security is able to offer the modern-day ease 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. See what’s possible and get recommendations for incorporating voice activation into your comprehensive home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Riverside Home
Now that you know you can utilize your ADT home security system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re likely wondering what you might do. Here are some possibilities:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Switch smart lights off or on
- Control connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with kids, dinner, or groceries, and need a fast way to switch on a light or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and lets you manage your system without grabbing your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Devices With These Voice Commands
A quick spoken directive is all you need to control your ADT smart home devices. Just remember, When operating a specific device, like your living room light or thermostat, you must use the name you already gave the device.
Here are several commands that work 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 68 degrees.
Amazon Alexa functions almost the same, but calls for slightly different commands. Here are some examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll receive a reply.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Smart speaker integration has some restrictions. For example, you can’t change or configure settings in your home security app by speaking instructions. You also must supply a PIN number when carrying out sensitive actions, such as turning off your alarm system or unlocking a door.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Riverside Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll typically follow these steps:
- Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided instructions
Discover more in-depth instructions through the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Riverside
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you design your new ADT security system in Riverside. Call (951) 253-3041 or complete our form to get started.