Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You likely know ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this celebrated name in residential security is able to offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can accomplish. Discover what’s possible and get tips for adding voice activation into your modern home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Commands In Your Kingsport Home?
Now that you know you can utilize your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably curious as to what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a simple way to switch on a light or lower the temperature, just speak a command. It’s easy and allows you to engage your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Commands To Operate Your ADT Devices
A short verbal command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. One thing to note, When operating a specific device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you must use the same name you used when first installing 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 on the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 4 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works about the same, but calls for somewhat different phrasing. Here are some sample commands:
- 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 use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to know if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll hear a response.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Voice integration has a few restrictions. For example, you can’t modify settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking instructions. You’ll also have to supply a PIN when completing certain tasks, such as turning off your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Kingsport Home
Setting up voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll generally follow these instructions:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
You can find more comprehensive instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Kingsport
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you design your new ADT system in Kingsport. Call (423) 241-8746 or submit our form to get started.