Jamf Pro Developers

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We provide multiple ways to interact with Jamf Pro

Jamf Pro has two APIs that can be used to programmatically interface with your data. Learn more about which API is right for the tool you’re building!

Classic API

The primary resource for programmatically interacting with Jamf Pro. Despite its name, this API provides the most comprehensive coverage of Jamf Pro features and functionality.

At-A-Glance

The Classic API's base URL is located at /JSSResource on your Jamf Pro instance.

Access Documentation and Try it Out features at /api.

Browse the Classic API Docs

Jamf Pro API

Our forward-facing in-development resource for programmatically interacting with Jamf Pro. Additional functionality is continually being added via new endpoints.

At-A-Glance

Endpoints that include the term Preview are subject to future changes.

The Jamf Pro API's base URL is located at /api on your Jamf Pro instance.

Access Documentation and Try it Out features at /api/doc.

Browse the Jamf Pro API Docs

Which API should I be using?

You might be unsure as to which Jamf Pro API you should build your Integration with. Thats a complicated question, but we have ways to help you figure it out:

Check out the chart below, which includes a high level overview of the features and functionality of each API.

Read our article that further describes the APIs and which one is right for you.

If you still have questions, contact us and we’ll help you figure which option is best for your needs.

Features

Classic API

Jamf Pro API

Authentication Method

Basic Auth (deprecated)
OAuth (ROPC grant type)

OAuth (ROPC grant type)

Data Format

Full XML Support
JSON Support for GET operations

Full JSON Support

Endpoint Versioning

Yes

Filtering, Sorting and Pagination

Yes

Data Points

Classic API

Jamf Pro API

Device Inventory

Yes

Automated Device Enrollment

Yes

App Deployment

Yes

Configuration Profiles

Yes

MDM Commands

Yes

Coming Soon

Device Grouping

Yes

Use Classic API

Use Jamf Pro API

Other Tools at your Disposal

Beyond the Jamf Pro APIs are these other ways to interact  with your Jamf Pro instance.

Webhooks

Receive notifications when specific events occur in your Jamf Pro instance. When an event occurs, you’ll receive an HTTP payload with data pertaining to the event.

Learn More about Webhooks

Application & Custom Settings

Create a streamlined user experience for customizing macOS application settings and configurations.

Learn More about Application & Custom Settings

Managed App Configuration

Jamf Pro provides full support of Apple’s Managed App Configuration protocol, enabling IT administrators to specify settings for managed apps.

Visit AppConfig.org for More Info

200Success

400Bad Request – The request was invalid or cannot be otherwise served.

401Unauthorized - No valid API key provided.

403Forbidden - Access denied.

404Not Found - The requested resource does not exist.

429Too Many Requests - Rate limit exceeded.