Overview
Control your ADT Pulse security system and view sensor status through the Home app using the HAP protocol.
What Is This?
ADT Pulse for Homebridge is a verified Homebridge plugin for ADT Pulse customers. It lets homeowners control their security system and view sensor status through the Home app.
The plugin talks to the ADT Pulse Web Portal, which is powered by Icontrol One and owned by ICN Acquisition LLC, an indirect subsidiary of Alarm.com.
Getting Started
Setting up the plugin takes three simple steps:
- Run
npm install homebridge-adt-pulse. - Configure the plugin using the sample provided in the Configuration guide.
- Restart Homebridge and see the magic happen.
Another option is to search for adt-pulse using oznu's Homebridge Config UI. Afterward, you can configure the plugin through the configuration UI available in the "Plugins" tab.
See the Installation guide for the full walkthrough.
Default Accessories
The plugin exposes these devices by default:
| Accessory | Type |
|---|---|
| Gateway | gateway |
| Security Panel | panel |
| Alarm Ringing Switch | panelSwitch |
Configurable Sensors
The plugin can expose these sensors in read-only mode, based on your configuration:
| Sensor Type | Description |
|---|---|
co | Carbon Monoxide Detector |
doorWindow | Door/Window Sensor :: Door Sensor :: Window Sensor |
fire | Fire (Smoke/Heat) Detector |
flood | Water/Flood Sensor |
glass | Glass Break Detector |
heat | Heat (Rate-of-Rise) Detector |
motion | Motion Sensor :: Motion Sensor (Notable Events Only) |
shock | Shock Sensor |
temperature | Temperature Sensor |
For the complete breakdown of default and configurable accessories, see Supported Devices.
info
While named "ADT Pulse for Homebridge," this plugin accommodates only the accessories listed above. It does not serve as a comprehensive substitute for the official ADT Pulse app.
Z-Wave Accessories
Z-Wave accessories connected to the ADT Pulse gateway are not supported, and support is not planned. This is due to implementation complexity and platform instability.
If you rely on Z-Wave accessories, consider one of these alternatives:
- Purchase the Hubitat Hub for a seamless setup experience.
- Read about the Home Assistant Z-Wave integration.
Next Steps
- Installation — Install the plugin via npm or the Homebridge Config UI.
- Configuration — Set up your
config.jsonwith a working sample. - Supported Devices — Review every accessory the plugin can expose.