Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you might question if this revered name in home security can provide the everyday convenience of voice activation. The answer is a resounding yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. Explore what’s possible and get suggestions for incorporating voice control into your new home security system.
Here’s What Voice Activation Can Do In Your Medford Home
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you may be curious as to what you might do. Here are some ideas:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Control connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a simple way to switch on a light or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s a breeze and permits you to engage your system without grabbing your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Control Your ADT Components With These Spoken Commands
A simple spoken command is all you need to operate your connected ADT devices. One thing to note, if you speak an instruction to a specific device, such as your living room light or thermostat, you’ll need to use the name you previously assigned to the device.
Here are some commands that work with Google Home:
- 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 functions almost the same, but calls for somewhat different phrasing. Here several common ones:
- 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 may want to find out if your front door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll receive a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Voice activation has a few restrictions. For example, you can’t adjust settings in your home security app by speaking instructions. You also must supply a PIN when performing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your alarm system.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Medford Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you own. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Open the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device
- In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, press the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Explore more detailed instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Medford
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Medford. Dial (541) 209-6918 or fill out our form to begin.