The answer is yes, someone else can monitor your ADT system, but only if you authorize them to do so. ADT offers different options for monitoring your home security system, depending on your preferences and needs. In this article, we will explain how you can share access to your ADT system with other people, and what are the benefits and risks of doing so.
If you have an ADT smart home security system, you can use the ADT Control app to manage your system from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. The ADT Control app allows you to arm and disarm your system, view live video from your cameras, control your smart devices, and receive alerts and notifications.
You can also invite other people to use the ADT Control app to access your system. For example, you may want to share access with your family members, friends, neighbors, or house sitters. To do this, you need to create a sub-user account for each person you want to invite. You can assign different permissions and settings for each sub-user, such as:
The ability to arm and disarm the system
The ability to view live and recorded video from your cameras
The ability to control your smart devices, such as lights, locks, thermostats, etc.
The ability to receive alerts and notifications
The ability to create and edit schedules and automations
The ability to access the history and activity log of your system
Log in to the ADT Control app or website with your primary user account.
Tap or click on the menu icon and select “Users”.
Tap or click on the “+” icon and enter the name and email address of the person you want to invite.
Choose the permissions and settings you want to grant to the sub-user.
Tap or click on “Save” and “Send Invitation”.
The sub-user will receive an email with a link to create their own password and log in to the ADT Control app or website.
You can edit or delete a sub-user account at any time by going to the “Users” section in the ADT Control app or website. You can also view the activity of each sub-user in the history and activity log of your system.
What are the benefits of sharing access to your ADT system
Sharing access to your ADT system can have several benefits, such as:
Convenience: You can let other people access your system without giving them your primary user credentials or a physical key. This can be useful if you want to let someone in your home when you are away, or if you want to check on your home remotely.
Security: You can monitor your home more effectively by having multiple eyes on your system. You can also receive alerts and notifications from your sub-users if they detect any suspicious activity or emergency situations.
Peace of mind: You can rest assured that your home is protected and that someone you trust is watching over it. You can also communicate with your sub-users through the ADT Control app or website, and share important information or instructions.
What are the risks of sharing access to your ADT system
Sharing access to your ADT system can also have some risks, such as:
Privacy: You may not want to share your personal information or video footage with other people, especially if they are not close to you. You may also not want them to see or control your smart devices, such as your thermostat or your lights.
Liability: You may be held responsible for any actions or damages caused by your sub-users, such as false alarms, unauthorized entries, or misuse of your system or devices.
Security: You may expose your system to hacking or unauthorized access if your sub-users do not use strong passwords or secure devices. You may also lose control of your system if your sub-users change your settings or permissions without your consent.
To avoid these risks, you should only share access to your ADT system with people you trust and who have a legitimate reason to access your system. You should also review and update your sub-user permissions and settings regularly, and revoke access if you no longer need or want to share it.
Conclusion
In conclusion, someone else can monitor your ADT system, but only if you authorize them to do so. ADT offers different options for monitoring your home security system, depending on your preferences and needs. You can share access to your ADT system with other people by creating sub-user accounts and assigning different permissions and settings for each sub-user. Sharing access to your ADT system can have several benefits, such as convenience, security, and peace of mind. However, it can also have some risks, such as privacy, liability, and security. Therefore, you should only share access to your ADT system with people you trust and who have a legitimate reason to access your system. You should also review and update your sub-user permissions and settings regularly, and revoke access if you no longer need or want to share it.
