Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might question if this revered name in residential security can offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can do. Discover what’s possible and browse tips for incorporating voice activation into your comprehensive home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Activation In Your Ventura Home?
Now that you’ve confirmed you can use your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re probably wondering what’s possible. Here are a few examples:
- Disarm and arm your system
- Turn smart lights off or on
- Control connected smart locks
- Manage thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with kids, dinner, or groceries, and need a simple way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and lets you control your system without reaching for your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Commands To Manage Your ADT Equipment
A simple verbal command is all you need to operate your integrated ADT devices. One thing to note, if you give a command to a device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you must use the name you previously gave the device.
Here are several commands that work with Google Home:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn off the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 68 degrees.
Amazon Alexa has slightly different commands, but it operates very similarly. Here are some examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away 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 may want to check if a door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll get an answer.
Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?
Voice integration comes with a few limitations. For instance, you can’t adjust settings in your ADT app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also have to supply a PIN number when carrying out sensitive actions, such as turning off your alarm system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Ventura Home
Setting up voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these steps:
- Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
- In Google, navigate to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, touch the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT username and password and follow the instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Ventura
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all available with ADT. Your trusted authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you design your new ADT system in Ventura. Call (805) 292-2582 or submit our form to get started.