{"id":24867,"date":"2026-02-05T15:59:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T15:59:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/?p=24867"},"modified":"2026-02-05T15:59:43","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T15:59:43","slug":"fix-microsoft-store-error-0x80070520-in-windows-10-11","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/fix-microsoft-store-error-0x80070520-in-windows-10-11\/","title":{"rendered":"Fix: Microsoft Store Error 0x80070520 In Windows 10\/11"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Microsoft Store has been one of the important features in Windows, hosting several applications, games, and services. Be it as it may be, error code <code class=\"inline\">0x80070520<\/code> is one of those issues that would not give access to it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-5-2026-07_40_03-PM-1024x683.png\" alt=\"microsoft store 0x80070520\" class=\"wp-image-24869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-5-2026-07_40_03-PM-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-5-2026-07_40_03-PM-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-5-2026-07_40_03-PM-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-5-2026-07_40_03-PM-1200x800.png 1200w, https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-5-2026-07_40_03-PM.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This article shows some probable causes of this problem and some effective ways of gaining a solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Microsoft_Store_Error_Code_0x80070520\"><\/span>What Causes Microsoft Store Error Code 0x80070520?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <code class=\"inline\">0x80070520<\/code> error usually occurs during an update or when downloading something from Microsoft Store. Most of the time, it comes along with the <code class=\"inline\">\"Something unexpected happened\"<\/code> message. Some reasons are listed here:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The interference of the third-party antivirus programs<\/strong>, interfering with the processes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cache of Microsoft Store<\/strong> corrupted over some time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Updating of the Microsoft Store<\/strong> along with Windows Update is pending.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buggy application<\/strong> permissions or damaged system files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Being sure about what is the actual reason will guide you towards an efficient solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Fix_Error_Code_0x80070520_in_Microsoft_Store\"><\/span>How to Fix Error Code 0x80070520 in Microsoft Store<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Try these steps for the removal of error code <code class=\"inline\">0x80070520<\/code> from your Microsoft Store to make it capable of downloading applications. Or cleaning and optimization of your system may be done through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/software\/pc-repair\/?m=blog_article_pcr_pplink&amp;utm_source=outbyte&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=article_pcr_pplink&amp;utm_term=%7Bbtn_text%7D&amp;utm_content=%7Bpage_path%7D\">Outbyte PC Repair<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uninstall_the_Third-Party_Antivirus_Programs\"><\/span>Uninstall the Third-Party Antivirus Programs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Operation of Microsoft Store might interfere with some operations involving the third-party antivirus software installed in your computer. Uninstall the antivirus for some time and see if the problem goes away.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>Control Panel<\/strong> and open <strong>Programs and Features<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for your <strong>antivirus program<\/strong>, right-click, and click on <strong>Uninstall<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restart now and see if Microsoft Store works or not.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If uninstallation solves the issue, then alternative antivirus programs or Windows Defender may be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Run_the_Windows_Apps_Troubleshooter\"><\/span>Run the Windows Apps Troubleshooter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Windows has a built-in troubleshooter that identifies and fixes problems with apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>Settings<\/strong> application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to <strong>System<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Troubleshoot<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Other Troubleshooters<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Windows Store Apps<\/strong> and click <strong>Run<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the on-screen instructions to resolve any found issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This tool often identifies and resolves configuration problems affecting Microsoft Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Clear_Reset_Microsoft_Store_Cache\"><\/span>Clear (Reset) Microsoft Store Cache<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Corrupted cache files can cause Microsoft Store malfunction. Cache reset often solves the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press <kbd>Win<\/kbd> + <kbd>R<\/kbd> to open the <strong>Run dialog box<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type <code class=\"inline\">wsreset.exe<\/code> and press <kbd>Enter<\/kbd>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A blank <strong>Command Prompt<\/strong> window will appear and then automatically close itself, resetting the cache.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relaunch the <strong>Microsoft Store<\/strong> and see if the error persists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_Microsoft_Store\"><\/span>Update Microsoft Store<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The incompatibility issues may be related to an older version of the Microsoft Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>Microsoft Store<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the top-right corner, click on your <strong>profile icon<\/strong> and then <strong>App Settings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll down and click on <strong>Check for Updates<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This will make sure you have all the latest features and fixes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_Windows\"><\/span>Update Windows<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Compatibility issues and security vulnerabilities can be fixed by updating Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the <strong>Settings<\/strong> application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under Settings, select <strong>Windows Update<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Check for Updates<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Download and Install<\/strong> if any are available.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Restart your device once an update has been applied in order to finish the update.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Tips and guides for a faster, healthier PC<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/fix-the-windows-10-11-update-or-activation-error-0x800f0805\/\">Fix the Windows 10\/11 Update or Activation Error 0x800f0805<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-windows-update-error-0x8007045b\/\">How to Fix Windows Update Error 0x8007045b?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-windows-update-error-code-0x8024402c\/\">How to Fix Windows Update Error Code 0x8024402c<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/8-solutions-to-fix-oobekeyboard-errors-in-windows-10-11\/\">8 Solutions to Fix OOBEkeyboard Errors in Windows 10\/11<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/outbyte.com\/blog\/restart-to-repair-drive-errors-keep-showing-up-after-reboot-in-windows-10-11\/\">\u201cRestart to Repair Drive Errors\u201d Keep Showing Up After Reboot in Windows 10\/11<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What does error code 0x80070520 mean?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>It\u2019s a Microsoft Store error indicating issues with app downloads or updates, often caused by corrupted cache or system conflicts.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Will uninstalling antivirus software resolve this issue?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Yes, third-party antivirus programs can interfere with the Microsoft Store. Removing or disabling them temporarily can help.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>How do I clear the Microsoft Store cache?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>Run wsreset.exe via the Run dialog to clean the cache.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>So, do I reinstall Windows to repair the error?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p>It is rarely necessary to reinstall Windows. The above fixes should sort the problem.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Microsoft Store has been one of the important features in Windows, hosting several applications, games, and services. Be it as it may be, error code 0x80070520 is one of those issues that would not give access to it. 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