Google Nest Thermostat helps you maintain a comfortable and energy-efficient home by automatically adjusting your heating and cooling. By connecting it to IFTTT, you can unlock even more automation possibilities. This guide will walk you through how to connect your Nest Thermostat to IFTTT and what you can automate with it.
What is Google Nest?
Google Nest Thermostat is a smart thermostat that allows you to control the temperature of your home remotely using the Google Home app or voice commands. It can learn your schedule, adjust temperatures accordingly, and help reduce energy consumption. With IFTTT, you can take automation even further by linking Nest to other smart home devices and services.
How to Connect Google Nest to IFTTT
To get started automating your Google Nest Thermostat with IFTTT, you'll first need to connect to the Google Nest Thermostat service. You can do so by following these steps:
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Head to the Google Nest Thermostat service page on IFTTT
- Press the "sign in with Google" button
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If prompted, sign into your Google account then press Next
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You'll be directed to a screen with the heading "Google Nest permissions"
- Enable the slider under step 1 titled Allow IFTTT for Nest Thermostat to see information about your home
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Next, enable the slider or sliders under step 2 Select devices to connect with IFTTT for Nest Thermostat, then press Next and follow the remaining prompts.
If you have multiple thermostats you can select one or both to use with IFTTT
Once connected, start creating or enabling pre-made Applets to automate your thermostat.
What Can You Automate with Google Nest and IFTTT?
With IFTTT, you can automate your Google Nest Thermostat based on temperature and humidity changes. The Google Nest thermostat service supports triggers, meaning it can be used in the If This portion of an Applet then paired with any action on IFTTT. The service supports the following four triggers:
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Temperature rises above: Trigger an action when the temperature surpasses a specified threshold. Example: Turn on a smart fan when the temperature exceeds 75°F.
- Temperature drops below: Trigger an action when the temperature falls below a set level. Example: If the indoor temperature drops below 65 degrees, use the Weather Underground Current Weather query to check the outdoor temperature. If it's warmer outside than inside, receive a notification suggesting you open a window instead of turning on the heater.
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Humidity rises above: Activate an action when humidity surpasses a set level. Example: Turn on a dehumidifier if humidity exceeds 70%.
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Humidity drops below: Trigger an action when humidity falls below a given threshold. Example: Activate a humidifier when humidity drops below 30%.
Connect Google Nest to IFTTT Today
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Connect your Nest Thermostat to IFTTT and start creating Applets that improve your home's comfort and efficiency. Click here to visit the Google Nest service page and get started!
What is IFTTT?
IFTTT is the most trusted automation system on the market. Over 30 million users have used IFTTT since 2010 to connect all of their favorite tools and apps. The basic idea behind IFTTT is to create Applets that trigger when certain conditions are met. For example, use your voice to turn on the Hue lights. These Applets are created by IFTTT engineers and other users like you and can be enabled in just a couple of clicks. With very little technical knowledge, you can connect all of your favorite smart home devices. Get started today and join millions of other smart home automators!