Jamf, a leading provider of management and security solutions for Apple devices in the workplace, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Francisco Partners.
The deal marks a major step for Jamf as it transitions from a publicly traded company to private ownership.
Under the terms of the agreement, Francisco Partners will purchase all outstanding shares of Jamf common stock for $13.05 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $2.2bn. The acquisition price represents a 50% premium over Jamf’s 90-day volume-weighted average closing price prior to 11 September 2025. The move is expected to provide Jamf with greater financial flexibility and operational autonomy to support its long-term growth strategy.
Jamf, headquartered in Minneapolis, is recognised as the standard for managing and securing Apple devices in business, education, and government sectors. Its platform enables IT teams to efficiently deploy, manage, and secure Apple devices across large organisations, simplifying workflows and enhancing productivity.
Francisco Partners, based in San Francisco, is one of the most active private equity firms in the technology sector, with a focus on software, data, and IT-enabled services. The firm has a long track record of investing in and scaling technology companies through strategic support and operational expertise.
The acquisition is designed to accelerate Jamf’s growth through increased innovation, product development, and mergers and acquisitions. Moving to private ownership is expected to strengthen Jamf’s position in the enterprise Apple management market, enabling the company to expand its offerings and further solidify its leadership.
John Strosahl, Jamf CEO, said, “Since Jamf’s founding more than 20 years ago, we have made significant strides in advancing our mission to help organizations succeed with Apple. We believe transitioning to a private company will provide greater financial flexibility and strategic alignment to accelerate growth, expand through innovation and M&A, and strengthen our market leadership.”
Francisco Partners partners Brian Decker and Karl Shum said, “We have long admired Jamf and its commitment to providing customers with best-in-class products that are absolutely beloved in the Apple community.”
Francisco Partners vice president Cherry Zou added, “We continue to see tremendous opportunity for Jamf given its enviable position in the market, and we look forward to working with the leadership team to support Jamf’s next phase of growth and deliver an even broader suite of secure and effective products to its customers.”
Vista Equity Partners senior managing director and co-head of its flagship fund, and chairman of Jamf’s board of directors, Michael Fosnaugh said, “Jamf has become the trusted platform for managing and securing Apple devices across businesses, educational institutions, and governments worldwide. This milestone reflects the strength of the Jamf team and the distinctiveness of its platform. We’re proud to have partnered with Jamf through a transformative period that has solidified its leadership within the Apple ecosystem.”
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