Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you may wonder whether this revered name in residential security is able to offer the everyday convenience of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can control. See what’s possible and browse tips for integrating voice control into your new home security system.
What Can You Actually Do With Voice Commands In Your Virginia Beach Home?
Now that you’ve confirmed you can utilize your ADT home security with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you might be curious as to what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with kids, dinner, or groceries, and need a fast way to brighten a light or lower the temperature, just speak a command. It’s easy and allows you to manage your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Components With These Voice Instructions
A quick spoken command is all you need to control your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, if you give a command to a device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll have to use the same name you used when first setting up the device.
Here are several 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 on the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 2 degrees.
Amazon Alexa uses somewhat different instructions, but it operates pretty much the same. Here a few sample commands:
- 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 68 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to know if a door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just say a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll receive a reply.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Voice integration does have some restrictions. For example, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by speaking instructions. You’ll also have to provide a PIN when performing certain actions, such as disarming your security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Virginia Beach Home
Configuring voice activation is straightforward no matter what smart speaker you own. You’ll generally follow these instructions:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, go to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
Explore more comprehensive instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Virginia Beach
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 here to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Virginia Beach. Dial (757) 241-4673 or complete our form to get started.