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 provide the modern convenience of voice activation. You’ll be glad to hear the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can accomplish. See what’s possible and get tips for integrating voice control into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Greenville Home
Now that you’re aware you can control your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably wondering what you can do. Here are some possibilities:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Control connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy making dinner, and need a quick way to turn on lights or lower the temperature, just speak a command. It’s easy and allows you to control your system without reaching for your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Control Your ADT Components
A quick spoken directive is all you need to control your connected ADT devices. Just remember, When operating a device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, 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 70 degrees.
Amazon Alexa has somewhat different commands, but it operates very similarly. Here a few examples:
- 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 72 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to check if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll get a reply.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Spoken Commands?
Smart speaker integration does have some restrictions. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by speaking instructions. You also must provide a PIN when carrying out certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Greenville Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few steps regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll typically follow these steps:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, go to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided steps
Explore more in-depth instructions through the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Greenville
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Greenville. Dial (252) 221-5660 or fill out our form to begin.