Adding contacts to your Alexa device helps you make calls and send messages hands-free. This comprehensive guide walks you through multiple methods to add contacts to Alexa, ensuring you can stay connected with friends and family using just your voice.
Quick Method: Using the Alexa App
Manual Contact Addition
- 1 Open the Alexa app on your smartphone
- 2 Tap on the “Communicate” tab at the bottom of the screen
- 3 Select the contacts icon (person or people silhouette)
- 4 Tap on “Add Contact” or the “+” icon
- 5 Enter required information: first name, last name, mobile number
- 6 Add optional details like nickname and relationship
- 7 Tap “Save” to add the contact
Importing Contacts from Your Smartphone
- 1 In the Alexa app, go to the “Communicate” tab
- 2 Tap the contacts icon, then the three vertical dots in the top right
- 3 Select “Manage Contacts”
- 4 Choose “Import Contacts” and enable the sync feature
Voice Method: Using Alexa Commands
Skip the app entirely by using these voice commands:
- 1 Say “Alexa, add a contact”
- 2 Provide the contact’s name when prompted
- 3 Provide the contact’s phone number when prompted
- 4 Confirm details when Alexa reads them back to you
Pro Tip: Voice commands are perfect when you’re busy cooking or your hands are occupied with other tasks!
Adding Contacts for Child Profiles
Keep your children connected with approved contacts:
On Parent’s Device:
- 1 Open the Alexa app on the parent’s device
- 2 Go to “Communicate” and select the contacts icon
- 3 Tap on “My Communication Settings”
- 4 Select “Add New +” and then “Add Contact”
- 5 Input the contact details and save
Enable Communication on Child’s Device:
- 1 In the Alexa app, go to “Devices” > “Echo & Alexa”
- 2 Select the child’s tablet
- 3 Tap the gear icon, then “Communication”
- 4 Enable communication features
Safety Alert: Always ensure you add only trusted contacts to your children’s devices and regularly review their contact list.
Managing Existing Contacts
Editing Contacts:
- 1 Open the Alexa app and go to the “Communicate” tab
- 2 Tap the contacts icon and select the contact to modify
- 3 Tap “Edit” and make necessary changes
- 4 Save your changes
Deleting Contacts:
- 1 Open the Alexa app and go to the “Communicate” tab
- 2 Tap the contacts icon and select the contact to delete
- 3 Tap “Edit” and then select “Delete Contact”
- 4 Confirm the deletion when prompted
Organization Tips:
- ✓ Use nicknames for easier voice commands (e.g., “Call Mom”)
- ✓ Add relationships to contacts for more natural interactions
- ✓ Regularly sync your phone contacts to keep your list updated
Understanding Alexa-to-Alexa Contacts
When you add contacts who also have Alexa devices, they’ll be tagged as “Alexa-to-Alexa contacts.” This means:
Device Ringing
Both their mobile phone AND their Alexa-enabled device will ring when called
Device Choice
They can choose which device to answer from, depending on their convenience
Frequently Asked Questions
Conclusion: Staying Connected with Alexa
Adding contacts to your Alexa device unlocks powerful communication features that make staying in touch with friends and family easier than ever. Whether you prefer using the Alexa app, voice commands, or syncing with your phone contacts, the process is straightforward and takes just minutes to set up.
For families, the ability to add controlled contacts to children’s devices provides both connectivity and peace of mind. With proper organization using nicknames and relationships, you can make your Alexa communications even more intuitive.
Start adding your contacts today and enjoy the convenience of hands-free calling and messaging through your Alexa devices!
“I love being able to call my mom while cooking dinner just by asking Alexa. No need to wash my hands or find my phone – it’s made staying connected so much easier!” – Sarah, Alexa user since 2019
Last Updated: March 16, 2025
This guide covers the latest methods for adding contacts to Alexa devices. Features may vary slightly depending on your specific device model and software version. Check us out at www.softwarestudylab.com