Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has watched over families for more than 150 years, but you may question if this revered name in home security is able to offer the modern convenience of voice activation. You’ll be glad to know the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. See what’s possible and find suggestions for integrating voice control into your modern home security system.
Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Milwaukee Home
Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you may be curious as to what you might do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Adjust smart lights
- Control connected smart locks
- Change thermostat settings
If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a simple way to turn on lights or adjust the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and allows you to engage your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Components With These Voice Commands
A quick verbal command is all you need to operate your ADT smart home devices. Keep in mind, if you verbalize a command to a specific device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the name you already assigned to 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 on the (light name).
- Hey Google, set the thermostat to 72 degrees.
Amazon Alexa uses somewhat different commands, but it functions pretty much the same. Here a few common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 72 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You might want to check if your back door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll hear a response.
Is There Anything You Can’t Do With Spoken Commands?
Voice integration comes with a few limitations. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your home security app by speaking instructions. You’ll also need to enter a PIN number when performing sensitive actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your alarm system.
How To Configure Voice Activation In Your Milwaukee Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these steps:
- Go to the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
- In Google, navigate to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, press the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided steps
Explore more comprehensive instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Milwaukee
Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all possible with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you build your new ADT alarm system in Milwaukee. Call (414) 376-0805 or fill out our form to get started.