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 trusted name in home security is able to offer the everyday convenience 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 do. Explore what’s possible and find tips for adding voice activation into your modern home security system.

What Can You Actually Do With Voice Commands In Your St. George Home?

Now that you know you can utilize your ADT home security with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re probably curious as to what you can do. Here are some possibilities:

Disarm and arm your system
Switch smart lights on or off
Control connected smart locks
Change thermostat settings

If you’ve got your hands full with groceries, dinner, or kids, and need a quick way to switch on a light or lower the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and allows you to manage your system without picking up your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.

Control Your ADT Components With These Voice Instructions

A simple verbal command is all it takes to operate your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, When controlling a specific device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll need to use the same name you used when first setting up the device.

Manage your ADT tools with the following 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, turn the heat up by 5 degrees.

Amazon Alexa has somewhat different commands, but it operates about the same. Here several common ones:

Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
Alexa, disarm ADT
Alexa, turn off the (light name).
Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 50%.
Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 72 degrees.

You can also ask questions. You might want to know if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just say a command like, “Alexa, what is my thermostat set to?” and you’ll get a reply.

Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?

Voice integration does have a few restrictions. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your ADT app by speaking instructions. You’ll also have to supply a PIN when performing certain actions, such as turning off your home’s security system or unlocking a door.

How To Establish Voice Activation In Your St. George Home

Setting up voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll typically follow these instructions:

Open the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your mobile device
In Google, go to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
Do a search for ADT
Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions

Explore more comprehensive instructions by visiting the ADT help center:

Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In St. George

Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all possible with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you build your new ADT system in St. George. Dial (435) 393-6111 or complete our form to begin.