How to Get Your ABM Credentials

Follow these steps to generate your Client ID, Key ID, and Private Key from Apple Business Manager

1

Access Apple Business Manager

Log in to business.apple.com with an account that has Administrator or Device Enrollment Manager role.

2

Navigate to API Integration

Go to Settings API Integration (or Integrations API).

3

Create a New API Key

Click "Create API Key" or "Generate New Key". Give it a descriptive name (e.g., "Device Valuation App").

4

Download Your Credentials

After creating the key, Apple will provide you with:

  • Client ID: Starts with BUSINESSAPI. (e.g., BUSINESSAPI.xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx)
  • Key ID: A UUID format string (e.g., xxxx-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx)
  • Private Key (.pem file): A downloadable file ending in .pem

Important: The private key file can only be downloaded once. Save it securely! If you lose it, you'll need to create a new API key.

5

Required Permissions

Make sure your API key has the following scopes/permissions:

  • business.api - Access to organization devices
  • Device read permissions

Need More Help?

For detailed instructions, visit Apple's API Integration documentation.