Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you may question if this revered name in home security is able to offer the modern 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 quite a bit you can do. See what’s possible and find suggestions for adding voice activation into your modern home security system.
What Can You Really Do With Voice Commands In Your Decatur Home?
Now that you’re aware you can utilize your ADT home security with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re probably thinking about what you might do. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a fast way to turn on lights or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and lets you manage your system without grabbing your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Components With These Spoken Commands
A simple verbal command is all you need to operate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you verbalize a command to a specific device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, 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, turn the heat up by 4 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works almost the same, but requires somewhat different commands. Here are some common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 72 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to find out if your front door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll receive a response.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Smart speaker integration comes with a few restrictions. For instance, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT app by speaking a voice command. You also must provide a PIN number when completing sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your home’s security system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Decatur Home
Configuring voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll generally follow these instructions:
- Go to the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, tap the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT username and password and follow the instructions
Explore more in-depth instructions in the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Decatur
Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you build your new ADT system in Decatur. Phone (256) 246-8823 or fill out our form to take the first step.