Anticipating problems with Nest Migration to Google Account

[VTallman]

I have read the notices and the steps for migration seem simple ... but:

1)  I see multiple messages on the forums indicating problems various users are having with migration.  It seems that there are too many unanswered questions.

2) We have spent a fair amount of time "tuning" our heat and A/C schedules to our HVAC equipment and our personal needs.  Are these schedules going to survive the migration.  The information provided by Google seems to void of mentions regarding existing settings for one's current Nest thermostat.  

3)  Follow-up .. if migration problems occur, how likely is it that I will need to reset my Nest thermostat, thus losing all existing settings?

4)  I just want a smart thermostat to control my heating and cooling.  I do not want to expand it's capabilities, nor share additional information with Alphabet.  Is there a place to read about privacy concerns REGARDING THE NEST MIGRATION, and limiting the data that Google can collect?

Thank you.

[David_K]

Migrating shouldn't affect your thermostat schedule or settings. Not sure if you've seen this or not but there's a detailed page that has lots of answers to questions like this which I'll link below.

FAQs about accounts for the Nest app - Google Nest Help

[Jenelyn_O]

Hi there,

Thanks for reaching out. I just want to check if you managed to see the response above. Please let us know if you still have questions or concerns, as we'll be willing to assist you further. 

I appreciate your help, @David_K.

Best,

Jenelyn

[Jenelyn_O]

Hi VTallman,

I wanted to follow up if you still need help. Please let me know if you’re still having any concerns or questions from here, as I would be happy to take a closer look and assist you further.

Thanks,

Jenelyn

[Markjosephp]

Hello everyone,

Thanks for your assistance here, Jenelyn.

@VTallman, I'm checking in to make sure that you've seen our response. Please let us know if you have any additional questions or concerns before we close this thread in 24 hours. 

Regards,

Mark