Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you might wonder whether this trusted name in home security can offer the modern convenience of voice activation. The answer is a resounding yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can do. Discover what’s possible and get tips for adding voice activation into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Activation Can Do In Your Mobile Home
Now that you know you can use your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you may be curious as to what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Switch smart lights on or off
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy cooking or exercising, and need a simple way to brighten a light or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s a breeze and permits you to engage your system without reaching for your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Control Your ADT Devices
A simple verbal command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, When commanding a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the same name you used when originally configuring the device.
Operate your ADT tools with the following Google Home commands:
- 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 works almost the same, but needs slightly different phrasing. Here are some sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to find out if your front door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just speak a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll hear a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Smart speaker integration has a few limitations. For example, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT app by speaking instructions. You also must supply a PIN number when performing sensitive actions, such as disarming your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Mobile Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you own. You’ll typically follow these instructions:
- Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, navigate to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more detailed instructions in the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Mobile
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Mobile. Dial (251) 207-7344 or fill out our form to take the first step.