Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You know ADT has protected families for more than 150 years, but you may ask yourself if this trusted name in residential security is able to offer the modern convenience of voice activation. The answer is a definitive yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. Discover what’s possible and get suggestions for integrating voice activation into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Control Can Do In Your Toledo Home
Now that you’ve confirmed you can utilize your ADT home security with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you might be curious as to what you might do. Here are a few examples:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Lock or unlock connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
When you have your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a simple way to switch on a light or adjust the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and permits you to manage your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Commands To Manage Your ADT Components
A quick spoken directive is all you need to control your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, When controlling a specific device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll have to use the same name you used when first installing 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, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.
Amazon Alexa has somewhat different phrasing, but it functions pretty much the same. Here a few sample commands:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 60%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You might want to know if your back door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just say a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll receive a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Smart speaker integration comes with some restrictions. For example, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to provide a PIN when carrying out certain actions, such as turning off your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Toledo Home
Configuring voice activation is straightforward no matter what smart speaker you own. You’ll follow these steps:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, press the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided steps
You can find more detailed instructions in the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Toledo
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Toledo. Dial (419) 359-8479 or submit our form to take the first step.