Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you may wonder whether this trusted name in home security can provide the everyday 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 do. See what’s possible and get tips for incorporating voice commands into your new home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Activation In Your San Francisco Home?
Now that you know you can use your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably thinking about what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy cooking or exercising, and need a quick way to turn on lights or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and permits you to manage your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Devices With These Spoken Commands
A simple spoken command is all you need to activate your ADT smart home devices. Keep in mind, When operating a device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll need to use the same name you used when originally setting up the device.
Operate your ADT tools with these Google Home commands:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn on the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
Amazon Alexa requires slightly different phrasing, but it works about the same. Here a few 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 72 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to check if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just say a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll receive an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Voice integration has a few limitations. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by saying a command. You’ll also have to provide a PIN number when carrying out sensitive actions, such as disarming your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your San Francisco Home
Setting up voice activation is straightforward no matter what smart speaker you own. You’ll typically follow these instructions:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT credentials and follow the provided steps
Explore more comprehensive instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In San Francisco
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you build your new ADT security system in San Francisco. Call (415) 966-3602 or fill out our form to get started.