Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you may ask yourself if this celebrated name in residential security is able to offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. You’ll be pleased to know the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can control. See what’s possible and get tips for integrating voice activation into your comprehensive home security system.
Here’s What Voice Control Can Do In Your Fort Myers Home
Now that you’re aware you can control your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably wondering what you might do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Toggle smart lights on or off
- Control connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy making dinner, and need a simple way to switch on a light or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and permits you to engage your system without grabbing your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Devices With These Voice Instructions
A simple spoken command is all you need to operate your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, if you verbalize a command to a specific device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the name you already gave the device.
Manage 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 operates almost the same, but calls for somewhat different phrasing. Here several examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 60%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 72 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You might want to find out if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll receive a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Voice integration does have a few restrictions. For instance, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also have to enter a PIN when completing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Fort Myers Home
Establishing voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll follow these steps:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, touch the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Explore more in-depth instructions in the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Fort Myers
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all available with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT system in Fort Myers. Phone (239) 317-1360 or fill out our form to get started.