With Alarm.com and Amazon Alexa, you can control your smart home using voice commands. Adjust lights, check the garage, lock the door, or run security commands — just by speaking.
This guide walks you through the most useful features and how to use them, so you can feel confident talking to your home.
What You Can Say to Alexa
Just start by saying:
“Alexa, ask Alarm.com…”
Then follow with your command, such as:
| Voice Command | What It Does |
|---|---|
| “…to Arm Stay my system” | Arms your security system in Stay Mode |
| “…to lock my front door” | Locks any connected smart lock |
| “…is my garage door closed?” | Checks your garage door status |
| “…to record a video clip” | Triggers a camera to record a clip |
| “…to turn off all the lights” | Turns off connected lights |
| “…what temperature is it in here? | Tells you the indoor temperature |
For security reasons, Alexa cannot disarm your system, unlock doors, or open the garage door. Get more from voice control with Alarm.com scenes and rules for customized automation.
How to Set Up Alexa with Alarm.com (4 Easy Steps)
1. Install an Alexa-Enabled Device
Use any Amazon Alexa device like:
- Echo / Echo Dot
- Echo Show
- Fire TV Voice Remote
- Amazon Tap
Set up the device using the instructions from Amazon.
2. Download and Log into the Alexa App
- Available for iOS and Android
- Log in using your Amazon.com credentials
3. Enable the Alarm.com Skill
- Open the Alexa app
- Tap More > Skills & Games
- Search for “Alarm.com”
- Tap Enable Skill
4. Sync Your Alarm.com Account
- After enabling, enter your Alarm.com login and password
- Once linked, you can begin using voice commands!
Now you can control your home just by speaking to Alexa.
Everyday Examples: Use Cases
Here’s how you might use Alexa + Alarm.com daily:
- Leaving the house? “Alexa, ask Alarm.com to Arm Stay my system.”
- Getting cozy? “Alexa, ask Alarm.com to turn off the lights.”
- Checking from the couch? “Alexa, ask Alarm.com if the garage door is closed.”
- Recording a delivery? “Alexa, ask Alarm.com to record a video clip.”
- Adjusting climate? “Alexa, ask Alarm.com what the temperature is in here.”
Voice Command Limitations
For your safety, Alexa cannot:
- Disarm your system
- Unlock smart locks
- Open your garage door
These actions must be done via the Alarm.com mobile app or control panel.
Need Help?
For help with Alexa or voice control setup:
- Contact support@alarm.com
- Visit the Alarm.com Help Center
- Refer to Amazon’s Alexa support for device-specific issues
Compare smart assistant options with Alarm.com Google Home support for connected control.
You can also refer to ADC + Alexa Voice Control PDF File for additional information
