Daily routines

Daily routine automations make your smart home adapt to the rhythm of your life. From gentle morning wake-ups to secure away modes, these automations handle the repetitive tasks so you don’t have to think about them.

Why automate daily routines?

Consistent Experience - Same great start to every morning

Energy Savings - Automatic away mode reduces heating/cooling costs by 10-15%

Enhanced Security - Home arms itself when everyone leaves

Seamless Transitions - Arrive home to perfect lighting and temperature

Reduced Mental Load - No more “did I remember to…” anxiety

Family Coordination - Routines work for everyone, not just the tech-savvy

Essential automations

Away mode when everyone leaves

Automatically activate Away Mode when the last person leaves. Includes energy savings, security activation, and verification strategies.

Best for: Energy savings, security, peace of mind

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Morning routine

Wake up to an automated morning routine with lights, coffee, weather updates, and climate control.

Best for: Consistent mornings, gentle wake-ups

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Bedtime routine

Wind down with automated lighting, temperature adjustment, and security checks.

Best for: Better sleep, end-of-day consistency

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Unlock door on arrival

Automatically unlock your door as you arrive home for truly hands-free entry.

Best for: Hands-full arrivals, convenience

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Family bedtime wind-down

Gradually dim lights, cool the house, and quiet notifications 30 minutes before bedtime with easy cancel option.

Best for: Better sleep, family coordination

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Home modes

Home mode

Normal lighting automation
Comfortable temperature
Motion sensors active
Entertainment available

Away mode

Lights off (or security pattern)
Eco temperature settings
Security system armed
Cameras active

Night mode

Low-brightness lighting only
Lower temperature
Minimal notifications
Motion sensors dimmed

Custom modes

Guest: Modified automation for visitors
Vacation: Extended away with enhanced security
Party: Special lighting and music
Work from Home: Office-optimized settings

Best practices

Start conservative

Longer delays (15 min before away mode)
Multiple verification methods
Manual override always available
Conservative geofence radius (100+ meters)

Notification strategy

Always notify: Away mode activation
Always notify: Door auto-unlock
Always notify: Security state changes
Optional: Someone arrived home

Fail-safe design

When uncertain, don't activate away mode
When uncertain, don't unlock doors
Better safe than automated
Physical controls always work

Troubleshooting

False away mode activation

Add motion sensor verification
Increase geofence radius
Add 10-15 minute delay
Check for TV/device activity

Delayed presence detection

Disable battery optimization for app
Enable "Always" location permission
Use local processing
Add WiFi presence backup

Kids without phones

Time-based overrides (school hours)
Extended motion detection periods
Manual "Kids Home" toggle
Door sensor verification