Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?

It’s no secret ADT has protected families for more than 150 years, but you may question if this revered name in residential security can 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 a lot you can control. See what’s possible and get suggestions for incorporating voice commands into your new home security system.

What Can You Do With Voice Commands In Your Muncie Home?

Now that you’re aware you can utilize your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you may be curious as to what’s possible. Here are some ideas:

Arm and disarm your system
Turn smart lights off or on
Control connected smart locks
Adjust thermostat settings

If you’re busy cooking or exercising, and need a simple way to switch on a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s easy and permits you to manage your system without picking up your phone or using the touchscreen panel.

Use These Voice Instructions To Operate Your ADT Components

A simple verbal command is all it takes to control your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When commanding a specific device, like your living room light or thermostat, you must use the same name you used when first installing the device.

Here are some commands you can use 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 72 degrees.

Amazon Alexa functions almost the same, but calls for slightly different phrasing. Here several examples:

Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
Alexa, disarm ADT
Alexa, turn off the (light name).
Alexa, [[lock the (door name)]].
Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.

You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to know if a door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll get an answer.

Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?

Smart speaker integration does have a few limitations. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also have to enter a PIN when performing certain tasks, such as unlocking a door or turning off your home’s security system.

How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Muncie Home

Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you have. You’ll follow these steps:

Go to the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone
In Google, go to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
Do a search for ADT
Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
Enter your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions

Discover more in-depth instructions in the ADT help center:

Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Muncie

Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all within reach when you choose ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you build your new ADT security system in Muncie. Dial (765) 221-8081 or fill out our form to take the first step.