Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has protected families for more than 150 years, but you might ask yourself if this revered name in home security can offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. You’ll be glad to know the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. Discover what’s possible and browse recommendations for incorporating voice activation into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Activation Can Do In Your Chicago Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can utilize your ADT home security with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably curious as to what you might do. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a fast way to switch on a light or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and lets you control your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Manage Your ADT Devices With These Voice Commands
A quick verbal command is all it takes to operate your connected ADT devices. Keep in mind, When controlling a specific device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the same name you used when originally installing the device.
Operate 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 68 degrees.
Amazon Alexa uses slightly different phrasing, but it operates pretty much the same. Here several common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on 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 find out if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll hear a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Voice integration has a few limitations. For instance, you can’t adjust settings in your home security app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to provide a PIN when carrying out sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your alarm system.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Chicago Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few steps regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll typically follow these steps:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, go to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, tap the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided steps
Discover more detailed instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Chicago
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all available with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Chicago. Dial (312) 319-8662 or fill out our form to take the first step.