Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for more than 150 years, but you might wonder whether this revered name in home security is able to offer the modern convenience of voice activation. The answer is a definitive yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can do. Discover what’s possible and find tips for incorporating voice control into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Wichita Falls Home
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you might be curious as to what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a quick way to turn on lights or adjust the temperature, just say the command. It’s a breeze and lets you control your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Devices With These Voice Instructions
A quick verbal command is all it takes to control your connected ADT devices. Keep in mind, When commanding a specific device, like your living room light or thermostat, you’ll have to use the name you previously assigned to the device.
Here are some 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 68 degrees.
Amazon Alexa has slightly different commands, but it works very similarly. Here several sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You may want to check if a door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just speak a phrase like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll hear a response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Smart speaker integration does have a few restrictions. For example, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by saying a command. You also must enter a PIN when carrying out certain tasks, such as disarming your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Wichita Falls Home
Setting up voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll follow these instructions:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, touch the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions in the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Wichita Falls
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 ready to help you build your new ADT security system in Wichita Falls. Call (940) 217-5181 or fill out our form to get started.