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 may ask yourself if this revered name in home security can provide the everyday 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 plenty you can control. Explore what’s possible and get tips for incorporating voice activation into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Napa Home
Now that you know you can control your ADT home security with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you may be curious as to what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Control connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a simple way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and lets you control your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Equipment With These Voice Instructions
A simple verbal command is all you need to operate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When controlling a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the same name you used when first setting up 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, turn the heat up by 4 degrees.
Amazon Alexa requires somewhat different commands, but it operates about the same. Here a few sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to check if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll hear an answer.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Voice integration has some limitations. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your home security app by speaking instructions. You’ll also have to provide a PIN number when completing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or disarming your alarm system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Napa Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these instructions:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, press the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions in the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Napa
Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you design your new ADT system in Napa. Call (707) 244-9280 or complete our form to get started.