Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You know ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you may question if this revered name in home security can offer the modern convenience of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can accomplish. Discover what’s possible and get suggestions for adding voice control into your modern home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Activation In Your Pittsburgh Home?
Now that you’ve confirmed you can control your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely thinking about what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a quick way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and lets you manage your system without grabbing your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Manage Your ADT Devices
A simple verbal command is all you need to activate your ADT smart home devices. Keep in mind, When commanding a specific device, such as your front door lock or bedroom light, you must use the same name you used when first installing the device.
Manage your ADT tools with the following 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 has slightly different phrasing, but it functions about the same. Here several sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to check if your front 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 get a reply.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Voice activation has a few limitations. For example, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT smartphone app by saying a command. You’ll also need to supply a PIN number when carrying out sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Pittsburgh Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll typically follow these instructions:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
- In Google, go to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, press the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more in-depth instructions through the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Pittsburgh
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you design your new ADT system in Pittsburgh. Dial (412) 230-3668 or fill out our form to get started.