Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you may wonder whether this celebrated name in home security is able to offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. The answer is a definitive yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can control. Explore what’s possible and find suggestions for incorporating voice activation into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Control Can Do In Your Louisville Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can control your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely wondering what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Turn smart lights on or off
- Activate connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with kids, dinner, or groceries, and need a fast way to brighten a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s a breeze and allows you to control your system without grabbing your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Devices With These Spoken Commands
A simple spoken command is all it takes to operate your ADT smart home devices. Just remember, When commanding a specific device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll have to use the same name you used when first setting up the device.
Operate your ADT tools with these Google Home commands:
- 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 works almost the same, but requires slightly different phrasing. Here a few common ones:
- 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 use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to find out if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just say a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll get a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Smart speaker integration comes with a few restrictions. For instance, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT app by speaking instructions. You also must enter a PIN when carrying out sensitive actions, such as disarming your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Louisville Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you own. You’ll follow these instructions:
- Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, navigate to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, press the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
Explore more detailed instructions through the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Louisville
Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all possible with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you design your new ADT system in Louisville. Dial (502) 251-3133 or complete our form to begin.