Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you might wonder whether this trusted name in residential security can offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be happy to know the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can do. Discover what’s possible and get recommendations for adding voice control into your new home security system.
What Can You Actually Do With Voice Activation In Your Lubbock Home?
Now that you know you can control your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you might be curious as to what you might do. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Manage 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 a breeze and lets you manage your system without reaching for your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Components With These Voice Commands
A simple spoken command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When controlling a device, such as your living room light or thermostat, you must use the same name you used when originally setting up the device.
Here are some commands you can use 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, turn the heat up by 4 degrees.
Amazon Alexa functions about the same, but requires somewhat different phrasing. Here several examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You might want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just speak a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll get an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Commands?
Voice integration comes with a few limitations. To illustrate, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also have to enter a PIN when completing certain actions, such as unlocking a door or turning off your home’s security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Lubbock Home
Setting up voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you own. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device
- In Google, navigate to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, press the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT username and password and follow the instructions
Discover more in-depth instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Lubbock
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Lubbock. Call (806) 302-1344 or fill out our form to take the first step.