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Create custom workflows effortlessly by selecting triggers, queries, and actions. With IFTTT, it's simple: “If this” trigger happens, “then that” action follows. Streamline tasks and save time with automated workflows that work for you.
19 triggers, queries, and actions
A device is turned off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every hour on Free, every 15 minutes on Starter, and every 5 minutes on Pro and Pro+.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned off.
A device is turned on
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every hour on Free, every 15 minutes on Starter, and every 5 minutes on Pro and Pro+.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned on.
News articles
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every hour on Free, every 15 minutes on Starter, and every 5 minutes on Pro and Pro+.
This trigger fires when a news article is published by the Department of Defense.
Photo essays
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every hour on Free, every 15 minutes on Starter, and every 5 minutes on Pro and Pro+.
This trigger fires when a new photo essay is published by the Department of Defense.
History of a device is turned on
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when a device attached to your HomeSeer system was turned on.
History of news articles
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when a news article is published by the Department of Defense.
Change a thermostat's cool set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the cool set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's heat set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the heat set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to auto
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to auto.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to cool
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to cool.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to heat
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to heat.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to off
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to off.
Dim a device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will dim a dimmable lighting device attached to your HomeSeer system.
Lock a door lock
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will lock a door lock attached to your HomeSeer system.
Run a HomeSeer system event
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will run a HomeSeer system event. HomeSeer events can be programmed to control just about any combination of home automation products installed in your home!
Send a text command to HomeSeer
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will send a text command to your HomeSeer system.
Turn off a device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will turn off a device attached to your HomeSeer system. Devices may include light switches, receptacles, plug-in modules and much more!
Turn on a device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will turn on a device attached to your HomeSeer system. Devices may include light switches, receptacles, plug-in modules and much more!
A device is turned off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every hour on Free, every 15 minutes on Starter, and every 5 minutes on Pro and Pro+.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned off.
A device is turned on
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every hour on Free, every 15 minutes on Starter, and every 5 minutes on Pro and Pro+.
This Trigger fires when a device attached to your HomeSeer system is turned on.
Change a thermostat's cool set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the cool set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's heat set-point
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the heat set-point of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to auto
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to auto.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to cool
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to cool.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to heat
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to heat.
Change a thermostat's operating mode to off
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will change the the operating mode of a thermostat attached to your HomeSeer system to off.
Dim a device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will dim a dimmable lighting device attached to your HomeSeer system.
History of a device is turned on
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when a device attached to your HomeSeer system was turned on.
History of news articles
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when a news article is published by the Department of Defense.
Lock a door lock
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will lock a door lock attached to your HomeSeer system.
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A device is turned off
A device is turned on
News articles
Photo essays
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Change a thermostat's cool set-point
Change a thermostat's heat set-point
Change a thermostat's operating mode to auto
Change a thermostat's operating mode to cool
Change a thermostat's operating mode to heat
Change a thermostat's operating mode to off
Dim a device
Lock a door lock
Run a HomeSeer system event
Send a text command to HomeSeer
Turn off a device
Turn on a device
Unlock a door lock
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About Department of Defense
The Department of Defense is charged with coordinating and supervising all agencies of the government concerned directly with national security and the United States Armed Forces. This service lets you stay up-to-date on Department of Defense news and photo essays.
About HomeSeer
HomeSeer lets you automate and control your door locks, thermostats, lights and more from anywhere with your phone or tablet. Note that a MyHS Plus subscription is required.