Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has watched over families for more than 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this celebrated name in residential security can provide the modern convenience of voice activation. You’ll be pleased to hear the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can control. See what’s possible and get suggestions for incorporating voice commands into your comprehensive home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Little Rock Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can use your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you might be curious as to what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy making dinner, and need a quick way to switch on a light or change the temperature, just vocalize a command. It’s a breeze and permits you to manage your system without grabbing your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Commands To Manage Your ADT Devices
A short spoken directive is all it takes to activate your integrated ADT devices. One thing to note, if you verbalize a command to a specific device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the name you previously assigned to 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 5 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works almost the same, but needs slightly different commands. Here are some examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to find out if a door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll hear a response.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Voice activation has a few limitations. For example, you can’t modify settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking a voice command. You also must provide a PIN when completing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Little Rock Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these steps:
- Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, tap the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
You can find more detailed instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Little Rock
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all possible with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Little Rock. Phone (501) 226-1522 or fill out our form to take the first step.