Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You likely know ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you may wonder whether this celebrated name in home security can provide the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be glad to know the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can control. See what’s possible and get suggestions for incorporating voice control into your comprehensive home security system.
What Can You Actually Do With Voice Activation In Your Detroit Home?
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT home security with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re likely thinking about what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Switch smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a quick way to switch on a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and permits you to control your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Control Your ADT Components With These Spoken Commands
A quick verbal command is all it takes to activate your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, if you give a command to a specific device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll have to use the name you previously gave 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 functions about the same, but calls for slightly different commands. Here a few sample commands:
- 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 68 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to find out if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll get a response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Voice activation does have some restrictions. To illustrate, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT smartphone app by saying a command. You also must provide a PIN when completing certain tasks, such as disarming your alarm system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Detroit Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
- In Google, go to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, tap the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT username and password and follow the provided steps
You can find more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Detroit
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Detroit. Dial (313) 306-4352 or complete our form to get started.