Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?

It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you may wonder whether this celebrated 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 quite a bit you can control. Discover what’s possible and find tips for integrating voice activation into your new home security system.

What Can You Actually Do With Voice Commands In Your Johnson City Home?

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

Disarm and arm your system
Adjust smart lights
Activate connected smart locks
Manage thermostat settings

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

Operate Your ADT Components With These Spoken Commands

A short spoken directive is all it takes to activate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When operating a specific device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the same name you used when first setting up 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 off the (light name).
Hey Google, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.

Amazon Alexa requires somewhat different instructions, but it operates pretty much the same. Here a few sample commands:

Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
Alexa, disarm ADT
Alexa, turn on 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 find out 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 hear a reply.

Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?

Smart speaker integration comes with some limitations. For instance, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by speaking a voice command. You also must provide a PIN when carrying out certain actions, such as unlocking a door or turning off your alarm system.

How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Johnson City Home

Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes regardless of the smart speaker you own. You’ll follow these steps:

Open 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. inside the Alexa app, tap the menu, then select Skills & Games.
Perform a search for ADT
Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions

Discover more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:

Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Johnson City

Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you build your new ADT system in Johnson City. Dial (423) 241-8092 or submit our form to take the first step.