Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?

You know ADT has safeguarded families for over 150 years, but you might wonder whether this revered name in home security can provide the modern convenience of voice activation. You’ll be happy to hear the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s a lot you can accomplish. See what’s possible and get recommendations for adding voice activation into your new home security system.

What Can You Actually Do With Voice Activation In Your Binghamton Home?

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

Disarm and arm your system
Adjust smart lights
Lock or unlock connected smart locks
Change thermostat settings

If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a fast way to brighten a light or adjust the temperature, just vocalize a command. It’s convenient and lets you engage your system without reaching for your phone or touching the touchscreen panel.

Use These Spoken Commands To Control Your ADT Equipment

A short spoken directive is all it takes to operate your integrated ADT devices. Just remember, When controlling a specific device, like your bedroom light or front door lock, you must use the name you already gave 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 off the (light name).
Hey Google, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.

Amazon Alexa has slightly different commands, but it works about the same. Here several examples:

Alexa, arm ADT in away 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 use voice commands to ask questions. You might want to know if your front door is locked or the current temperature setting of your thermostat. Just speak a command like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll receive a reply.

Are There Limits To What Voice Commands Can Do?

Voice activation comes with a few restrictions. To illustrate, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by speaking a voice command. You’ll also need to provide a PIN number when performing sensitive actions, such as turning off your security system or unlocking a door.

How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Binghamton Home

Configuring voice activation is straightforward regardless of the smart speaker you have. You’ll typically follow these instructions:

Access the Amazon Alexa or Google Home app on your smartphone
In Google, navigate to Devices or tap the Add (+) icon and look for Works with Google Home. Within the Alexa app, tap the menu, then choose Skills & Games.
Perform a search for ADT
Select ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
Enter your ADT credentials and follow the instructions

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

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

Voice activation, smartphone access, and custom automation are all available with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are here to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Binghamton. Call (607) 204-9052 or submit our form to take the first step.