Google Home – Add and Manage Devices

Category: Google Home → Device Management

Overview

The Google Home app allows you to add, remove, move, and rename smart home devices. This includes Google devices, Matter-enabled devices, and supported third-party smart home products.

Add a Device

Before You Begin

• Make sure the device is plugged in and powered on.
• If the device is not Matter-enabled, complete setup in the manufacturer's app first.

Add a Device

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Tap Add.
3. Select Device.
4. If prompted, tap Set Up or Next.
5. Scan the device QR code.

Alternative Setup Methods

If you cannot scan the QR code:

1. Tap Add a Different Way.
2. Search for the device or manufacturer.
3. Select the device.

For third-party devices:

1. Select the manufacturer.
2. Tap Link App or Check for Devices.
3. Follow the prompts.

Wait for the Home app to connect to the device. Once complete, a confirmation message will appear.

Remove a Device

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Tap Home → All Devices.
3. Touch and hold the device.
4. Tap Settings.
5. Select Remove Device.
6. Confirm removal.

Important

Google Wifi devices must be factory reset instead of removed through the standard device removal process.

Move a Device to Another Home

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Switch to the home containing the device.
3. Tap Home → All Devices.
4. Touch and hold the device.
5. Tap Settings.

6. Select Device Information → Home.

   If Device Information is unavailable, tap Home directly.

7. Select the destination home.
8. Tap Next.
9. Select Move Device.
10. Choose a room if prompted.

Important

Some devices cannot be moved between homes.

Examples may include:

• Certain Nest devices
• Certain Google Wifi devices

If a device cannot be moved, factory reset the device and set it up again in the new home.

Rename a Device

1. Open the Google Home app.
2. Tap Home → All Devices.
3. Touch and hold the device.
4. Tap Settings.

5. Select Device Information → Name.

   If Device Information is unavailable, tap Name directly.

6. Enter the new device name.
7. Tap Save.

Tips

• Use clear device names for easier voice commands.
• Assign devices to the correct room after setup.
• Rename duplicate devices to avoid voice assistant confusion.
• Verify device placement after moving devices between homes.

Troubleshooting

Device Not Found During Setup

• Verify the device is powered on.
• Confirm Wi-Fi connectivity.
• Check that Bluetooth is enabled on your phone.
• Restart the Google Home app and try again.

Unable to Move Device

Some devices do not support moving between homes. Factory reset the device and complete setup in the new home.

Device Appears Offline

• Check power.
• Verify Wi-Fi connectivity.
• Restart the device.
• Refresh the Google Home app.