Jamf announced it has completed its acquisition by Francisco Partners, ending the Apple device management and security company’s run as a public firm and positioning it to pursue an expanded product roadmap under private ownership.
Under the terms of the deal, Francisco Partners acquired Jamf for $13.05 per share in cash, valuing the company at an enterprise value of approximately $2.2 billion. Jamf said shareholders approved the transaction at a special meeting on January 8, 2026.
With the closing complete, Jamf’s common stock will no longer trade on NASDAQ, and the company will continue operating as a privately held business. Jamf framed the transaction as support for accelerating innovation, broadening its offering set, and deepening value for customers and partners globally, while maintaining its focus on managing and securing Apple in the workplace.
Support: Citi served as the exclusive financial advisor to Jamf, with Kirkland & Ellis LLP acting as legal counsel. Francisco Partners was advised by RBC Capital Markets as lead financial advisor, along with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP served as legal counsel to Francisco Partners.
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“Francisco Partners’ investment in Jamf represents an exciting milestone in our journey. We have built a trusted platform that helps organizations of all sizes manage and secure their Apple ecosystem with exceptional reliability and simplicity. With FP’s support and resources, we are well-positioned to accelerate our innovation roadmap, expand our suite of offerings, and deepen value for our customers and partners around the world.”
John Strosahl, CEO, Jamf
“Jamf has built a leading position in the Apple management and security market, and we see significant opportunity to accelerate the company’s growth strategy. We are pleased to partner with Jamf’s talented team to broaden its product offerings and deliver even greater value to its customers as the company continues to scale globally.”
Brian Decker, Partner and Co-CIO, Francisco Partners
