What is a tenancy deposit scheme?

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A tenancy deposit scheme is used to register a deposit. Protecting your tenants deposit in either a custodial or insured scheme is a legal requirement when letting a property and a deposit is taken. Any deposit received must be secured into a tenancy deposit scheme with in 30 days.There are currently three Government approved schemes – The DPS (the only free-to-use scheme), The Dispute Service and MyDeposits.