UAE proptech company Keyper has launched Rental Shield, a service designed to protect property owners against missed rent while giving them greater control across the rental process.
The offering combines tenant screening, upfront access to rental income and rental protection. According to the company, owners can receive their full annual rent within 48 hours through its Upfront Rent service, subject to approval, while Rental Shield protects against missed payments whether rent is collected monthly, quarterly or annually.
Keyper said tenants are vetted before moving into a property, using the screening approach behind its Rent Now, Pay Monthly product. Existing tenants may also qualify if they meet eligibility requirements, including a minimum record of good payment behaviour.
The service will initially be available to property owners already using Keyper’s rental payment management services before expanding more broadly. Keyper’s platform also supports rent collection, distribution, expense management and performance reporting.
The launch comes as Dubai’s rental market continues to grow. The company cited 1.38 million tenancy contracts registered in Dubai in 2025, with their combined value reaching AED 126.4 billion.
Source: Zawya
