Fix: Microsoft Store Error Code 0x80242020 on Windows 10 & 11

Have you tried to install a game or application from the Microsoft Store only to get an error code prompt? When this issue occurs, the download or installation process stops at a certain percentage and fails. The error code is 0x80242020 and appears when getting Minecraft (including other games and apps). In this post, I will share with you the most effective fixes for the Microsoft Store error code 0x80242020 on Windows 10 and 11.

Part 1: Why does the error code 0x80242020 appear?

Third-party antivirus, firewall, or other programs.

Misconfigured account or time zone settings.

Improper selection of drivers for saving.

Corrupted storage cache or storage space issues. The cache in the Windows App Store may contain corrupted files that affect the way the App Store connects to the server.

Part 2: How to fix Microsoft Store error code 0x80242020?

Fix 1: Purge the Microsoft Store and Xbox App cache

Use WIN+R to open the Run dialog box, type "wsreset.exe", and click "OK". This operation will automatically purge the Microsoft Store cache, and will automatically open the Microsoft Store after completing the cleanup.

Fix 2: Reset or terminate Microsoft Store

Step 1: Use WIN+I to open System Settings, find and click "Apps".

Step 2: In the left window, click on the "Apps & features" option, in the right Window, scroll down and find the Microsoft Store, click on the "Advanced options".

Step 3: Click the "Terminate" or "Reset" button and wait for the process to complete.

Fix 3: Reinstall Xbox apps and Microsoft Store

Step 1: Search for Powershell in the search bar and click Run as administrator.

Step 2: In the Powershell window, type the following command and press enter.

Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.XboxApp | Remove-AppxPackage

Step 3: Wait for the process to complete. Then, close the Powershell window and restart your PC.

Step 4: After rebooting, open Powershell again and execute the following command.

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

Step 5: Once that's done, you can download and install the Xbox app from the Microsoft Store. You will need to sign in to both apps using your Microsoft account.

Fix 4: Change the driver for saving new content

Step 1: Use Windows + I Keys to open Windows Settings. Click on "System".

Step 2: Click "Storage" in the left window, scroll down in the right window to find More Storage Settings, and click "Change where new content is saved" at the bottom.

Step 3: Click "New apps will save to" the drop down menu below and select a driver other than (C:). Click "Apply" to save the change.

Fix 5: Update Microsoft Store

Step 1: Launch the Microsoft Store and sign in to your Microsoft account.

Step 2: Click the three horizontal dots in the upper right corner and select "Downloads and updates".

Step 3: Click the "Get updates" button and download all available updates.

Step 4: Restart your PC and check if the issue is resolved.