Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?

It’s no secret ADT has watched over families for more than 150 years, but you might question if this trusted name in home security is able to offer the modern convenience of voice activation. You’ll be happy to know the answer is yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can do. See what’s possible and get tips for adding voice control into your comprehensive home security system.

Here’s What Voice Commands Can Do In Your Boise Home

Now that you’ve confirmed you can use your ADT home security with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re likely wondering what’s possible. Here are some ideas:

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

If you’re busy helping kids or making dinner, and need a simple way to switch on a light or change the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and lets you control your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.

Use These Voice Commands To Control Your ADT Equipment

A short spoken directive is all it takes to control your ADT smart home devices. One thing to note, if you verbalize a command to a specific device, like your living room light or thermostat, 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 off the (light name).
Hey Google, set the thermostat to 68 degrees.

Amazon Alexa operates about the same, but requires slightly different phrasing. Here a few sample commands:

Alexa, arm ADT in away mode
Alexa, disarm ADT
Alexa, turn off the (light name).
Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.

You can also ask questions. You might want to check if your back door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just say 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 does have a few restrictions. For instance, you can’t modify settings in your home security app by saying a command. You also must provide a PIN when completing certain tasks, such as disarming your alarm system or unlocking a door.

How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Boise Home

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

Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your smartphone
In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. In the Alexa app, press the menu, then select Skills & Games.
Do a search for ADT
Choose ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
Sign in with your ADT credentials and follow the instructions

You can find more comprehensive instructions through the ADT help center:

Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Boise

Voice activation, automation, and remote access are all within reach when you choose ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are standing by to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Boise. Dial (208) 242-4791 or fill out our form to begin.