Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you may ask yourself if this trusted name in home security is able to offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be happy to hear the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can accomplish. See what’s possible and find recommendations for incorporating voice control into your comprehensive home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Baltimore Home
Now that you know you can use your ADT alarm system 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
- Switch smart lights on or off
- Activate connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a quick way to turn on lights or adjust the temperature, just vocalize a command. It’s convenient and permits you to engage your system without picking up your phone or using the touchscreen panel.
Use These Voice Instructions To Operate Your ADT Equipment
A quick spoken command is all you need to activate your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, When commanding a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll have to use the same name you used when originally setting up 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 off the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 2 degrees.
Amazon Alexa requires somewhat different phrasing, but it operates very similarly. Here are some examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also ask questions. You might want to check 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 get a response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Voice Controls?
Smart speaker integration has some limitations. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by saying a command. You also must provide a PIN when performing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your home’s security system.
How To Set Up Voice Activation In Your Baltimore Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you use. You’ll typically follow these instructions:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, head to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
- Do a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Log in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions
You can find more detailed instructions through the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Baltimore
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT system in Baltimore. Call (410) 934-3289 or submit our form to get started.