How to Link the Wemo Device with Your Amazon Echo?

Do you want to know how to link your Wemo device with your Amazon Echo device? If yes, then you have come to the right place. Wemo enables you to control different devices using your voice, tablet, or smartphone.

It is just like Google Home. The voice functionality feature of Wemo enables you to listen to music. Moreover, you can control home automation devices and receive updates using this smart home technology.

Here in this guide, you will learn everything you need to know regarding how to link your Amazon Echo with a Wemo device.

Basic requirements

Before you start, there are a few requisites that you need to make Alexa control your Wemo devices.

First of all, you need an Amazon Echo device.
You must download and install the latest version of the Wemo app and Amazon Alexa app.
Also, you need the username and password of your Wemo account. In case you do not have an account, then create a new account.
Moreover, you must ensure that your Echo device and WEmo device are connected to the same wireless network. You can also update the wireless settings of your Amazon Echo using the Amazon Alexa app.

Furthermore, you need a Wemo device to control. There are many Wemo devices, which are compatible with Alexa. Some of them are listed below.

Wemo Wi-Fi Smart Light Switch, WLS040
Wemo Smart Light Switch, F7C030
Wemo Mini Smart Plug, F7C063
Wemo Wi-Fi Smart Dimmer, F7C059
Wemo Insight Smart Plug, F7C029

How to Enable Wemo skill on Alexa?

The foremost thing that you need to do to link Wemo to your Alexa app is to turn on the Wemo Skill on Amazon Alexa. All you need to do is to give a command to Alexa to scan all devices. After that, Echo will start searching for Wemo devices.

If your Amazon Echo is not able to find Wemo devices, then you must Enable the home skill to pair up with your Amazon Echo. Below are the instructions that you need to carry out to turn on the Wemo skill on the Alexa app.

These steps may differ from Android device to Android device.

Step 1: First of all, open the Amazon Alexa app.

Step 2: Go to the end of the screen and select "Devices".

Step 3: Select the option of "Your Smart Home Skills".

Step 4: Now, choose the option of "Enable Smart Home Skills".

Step 5: Select the Search icon.

Step 6: Type "Wemo" in the search area. After that, a list will appear before you. Choose Wemo from there.

Step 7: Select the option of "Enable to Use".

Step 8: Enter the credentials of your Wemo account and then select "Next".

Step 9: Once you are done logging in, you will be able to access your Wemo devices through the Alexa app. Select the option of "Allow Access".

Step 10: When you are done linking Wem successfully, then select Done. Now, you will be able to find out the devices you can control using Alexa.