To turn off your Google Nest thermostat, you need to change its operating mode. This means the thermostat will stop actively heating or cooling your home.
Follow these simple steps to turn off your Google Nest thermostat, based on how you typically interact with it:
Steps to Turn Off Your Nest Thermostat
Whether you are using the Nest app or interacting directly with the thermostat device, the process involves changing the mode.
Using the Google Home App or Nest App
The most common way to control your Nest thermostat remotely is through the Google Home app or the Nest app.
- On the home screen of the app, find and select your thermostat.
- Look for the Mode option. This icon usually represents the current state, such as "Cool," "Heat," or "Heat • Cool".
- Tap on Mode and then select Off from the list of available options.
Once set to Off, your thermostat screen or the app interface will typically display "Off" or the current indoor temperature without a target temperature range, indicating that the heating and cooling systems are not actively controlled by the thermostat.
Directly on the Nest Thermostat Device
If you are interacting with the thermostat itself (e.g., the Nest Learning Thermostat or Nest Thermostat E), the steps are similar using the device interface:
- Press the ring or swipe the screen to bring up the main menu.
- Navigate to the Mode option (it might be represented by the current mode name or an icon).
- Select Mode and then choose Off.
Turning off the thermostat mode is useful if you are away from home for an extended period or simply want to prevent the HVAC system from running for a while.
What Happens When Nest is "Off"?
When your Google Nest thermostat is set to "Off" mode:
- It will not turn on your heating or cooling system.
- It will not try to reach a target temperature.
- It will continue to monitor the temperature and humidity in your home.
- Features like Safety Temperatures (which prevent pipes from freezing or the house from overheating) may still be active in some models.
This ensures your HVAC system remains inactive under normal circumstances until you switch the mode back to Heat, Cool, or Heat • Cool.
