Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You likely know ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this trusted name in home security is able to offer the modern convenience of voice activation. You’ll be glad to know the answer is 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 get tips for incorporating voice activation into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Control Can Do In Your Des Moines Home
Now that you know you can control your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you may be curious as to what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Toggle smart lights off or on
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a simple way to turn on lights or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s a breeze and allows you to manage your system without grabbing your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Operate Your ADT Components
A short verbal command is all it takes to activate your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, When commanding a specific device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll have to use the name you previously gave the device.
Here are several 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 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa uses somewhat different instructions, but it operates very similarly. Here a few sample commands:
- 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 questions. You may want to find out if a door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll receive a response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Smart speaker integration has a few limitations. For instance, you can’t modify settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to provide a PIN number when carrying out certain actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your home’s security system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Des Moines Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Go to the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, go to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided steps
Explore more comprehensive instructions in the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Des Moines
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you build your new ADT security system in Des Moines. Dial (515) 212-6493 or submit our form to take the first step.