How to Add Philips Hue to Google Home

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

Google Home is a smart speaker with the Google Assistant built-in. The Philips Hue system can be integrated with Google Assistant which allows you control your lights with just your voice. This guide will show you how to connect your Philips Hue system with Google Home.

Tools You'll Need:

• A paperclip
• iPhone charging cable
• Access to a computer with iTunes installed
• Any other non-consumable tools needed
• Comment out tools section if no tools are necessary

-->

Supplies You'll Need:

• Zip ties
• Any other consumable supplies
• Comment out supplies section if no supplies are necessary

-->

Before You Begin:

You must have the Hue app installed on your smartphone or tablet.

• How to Install the Philips Hue App

The Philips Hue system must be set up with at least one light installed.

• How to Set Up a Philips Hue Light

Your Google Home device must already be set up and working.

• How to Set Up Google Home

2. Add Philips Hue to Google Home

Once your Philips Hue system and the Google Home smart speaker are set up, you can easily integrate them using the Google Home app:

1. Open the Google Home app on your phone or tablet..
   

1. Select Accounts at the bottom.
   

1. Select Set up or add.
   

1. Select Set up device.
   

1. Select Works with Google.
   

1. Scroll through the list, and select Philips Hue.
   

1. Fill in your Email, and Password for your Philips Hue account, then select Sign in.
   

1. Philips Hue will ask if you trust Google to control your lights. Select Yes.
   

1. After a few moments, Google will be able to control your lights. This includes from your smartphone, and your various Google Home speakers.