Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has watched over families for over 150 years, but you might question if this trusted name in home security can offer the modern convenience of voice activation. You’ll be happy to hear the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can do. Discover what’s possible and browse recommendations for incorporating voice commands into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Hagerstown Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can control your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you may be curious as to what you might do. Here are some possibilities:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Toggle smart lights off or on
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy cooking or exercising, and need a fast way to switch on a light or adjust the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and lets you control your system without grabbing your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Control Your ADT Equipment
A short spoken command is all it takes to control your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, if you verbalize a command to a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the name you already assigned to 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 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa operates almost the same, but calls for slightly different commands. Here a few 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 72 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You might want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll receive an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Smart speaker integration does have a few limitations. For instance, you can’t modify settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking instructions. You also must enter a PIN when completing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or disarming your security system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Hagerstown Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you own. You’ll follow these steps:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and select 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 credentials and follow the instructions
Explore more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Hagerstown
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all possible with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Hagerstown. Phone (301) 288-1501 or fill out our form to begin.