Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you might wonder whether this celebrated name in residential security can offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. The answer is a definitive yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can control. Explore what’s possible and browse suggestions for integrating voice activation into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Lake Havasu Home
Now that you know you can utilize your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you may be curious as to what’s possible. Here are some possibilities:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Toggle smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a simple way to switch on a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and lets you manage your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Manage Your ADT Equipment
A short spoken directive is all it takes to control your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When operating a device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll have to use the same name you used when originally installing the device.
Here are a few 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 70 degrees.
Amazon Alexa functions almost the same, but calls for slightly different commands. Here are some common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay 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 ask your smart speaker questions. You might want to check if your back door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll get a response.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Smart speaker integration comes with some limitations. For example, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by saying a command. You’ll also have to supply a PIN number when carrying out certain actions, such as unlocking a door or turning off your home’s security system.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Lake Havasu Home
Setting up voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these instructions:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
Discover more detailed instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Lake Havasu
Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all available with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Lake Havasu. Phone (928) 888-9023 or fill out our form to take the first step.