Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you may question if this trusted name in home security can provide the everyday convenience of voice activation. The answer is a definitive yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can accomplish. Discover what’s possible and get suggestions for integrating voice control into your comprehensive home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Activation In Your Atlanta Home?
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably curious as to what’s possible. Here are some possibilities:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Turn smart lights off or on
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a quick way to switch on a light or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and allows you to manage your system without reaching for your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Control Your ADT Devices With These Spoken Commands
A quick spoken directive is all it takes to control your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, When controlling a specific device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you must use the same name you used when originally configuring 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 off the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 5 degrees.
Amazon Alexa operates almost the same, but calls for somewhat different commands. Here are some common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to find out if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll receive an answer.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Smart speaker integration does have a few limitations. For example, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to provide a PIN number when carrying out certain actions, such as disarming your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Atlanta Home
Configuring voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll generally follow these instructions:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone
- In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more detailed instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Atlanta
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you design your new ADT security system in Atlanta. Phone (404) 551-3078 or submit our form to begin.