Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this celebrated name in home security can offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. Explore what’s possible and browse recommendations for integrating voice commands into your new home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Activation In Your Sugarland Home?
Now that you’re aware you can control your ADT home security with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re likely thinking about what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Control connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a fast way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and permits you to control your system without grabbing your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Commands To Manage Your ADT Devices
A quick verbal command is all it takes to activate your ADT smart home devices. One thing to note, When commanding a specific device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the name you already assigned to 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, turn the heat up by 2 degrees.
Amazon Alexa functions about the same, but calls for somewhat different commands. Here a few examples:
- 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 72 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You might want to find out if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll receive a response.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Voice integration comes with a few limitations. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking instructions. You’ll also have to enter a PIN number when carrying out certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Sugarland Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll typically follow these instructions:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, press the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided instructions
You can find more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Sugarland
Voice activation, automation, and remote access 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 alarm system in Sugarland. Call (281) 502-5306 or submit our form to begin.