Microsoft Store Error Code 0x80070005 We Can't Seem To Start Microsoft Store Update On PC FIX

Description:
Error 0x80070005 translates to:

Access is denied.

In this case, the Microsoft Store cannot start or complete an update because it is being blocked from accessing required files, services, or registry entries.

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Common Causes of Microsoft Store Error 0x80070005

1. Insufficient Permissions (Most Common Cause)

If system folders or registry keys have incorrect permissions, the Store cannot update.

This may happen after:
• Manual permission changes
• System tweaks or debloating
• Broken user profile permissions

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2. Corrupted Microsoft Store Cache

A damaged Store cache can prevent updates from starting.

This often happens after:
• Failed app updates
• System crashes
• Forced shutdowns

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3. Corrupted Windows Update Components

The Microsoft Store relies on Windows Update infrastructure.

If folders like:
• SoftwareDistribution
• Catroot2

are corrupted, Store updates may fail.

Script 1:
Get-AppXPackage *WindowsStore* -AllUsers | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Script 2:
Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Gaming Services Repair Tool for PC
https://support.xbox.com/en-US/help/games-apps/troubleshooting/gaming-services-repair-tool

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00:00 Intro
00:20 Solution 1
01:46 Solution 2
02:32 Solution 3
03:00 Solution 4
04:10 Outro