Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?

You know ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you may ask yourself 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 in fact works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can control. See what’s possible and find suggestions for integrating voice commands into your new home security system.

What Can You Really Do With Voice Activation In Your El Paso Home?

Now that you’re aware you can use your ADT home security system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you might be curious as to what’s possible. Here are some possibilities:

Disarm and arm your system
Switch smart lights off or on
Activate connected smart locks
Adjust thermostat settings

If you’re busy cooking or exercising, and need a fast way to turn on lights or lower the temperature, just say the command. It’s a breeze and permits you to manage your system without picking up your phone or using the touchscreen panel.

Operate Your ADT Components With These Voice Instructions

A simple spoken command is all you need to activate your connected ADT devices. Just remember, When controlling a device, such as your living room light or thermostat, you’ll have to use the name you already assigned to the device.

Here are some commands that work with Google Home:

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 functions about the same, but requires slightly different commands. Here are some common ones:

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 68 degrees.

You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to find out if your front 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 receive a response.

Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?

Voice activation comes with some limitations. For example, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking a voice command. You also must provide a PIN number when carrying out certain actions, such as unlocking a door or turning off your security system.

How To Establish Voice Activation In Your El Paso Home

Setting up voice activation is straightforward no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these instructions:

Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your phone
In Google, head to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, touch the menu, then select Skills & Games.
Perform a search for ADT
Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
Sign in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided instructions

You can find more detailed instructions in the ADT help center:

Get Top-Tier Security And Everyday Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In El Paso

Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you design your new ADT alarm system in El Paso. Dial (915) 233-0687 or complete our form to begin.