Fix Windows Store error 0x80240024
The Windows Store allows users to download games and apps using a free Microsoft account. It is a safe way to download apps and games without any danger of malware and/or unwanted apps. Windows users often report error 0x80240024 when downloading apps or games. This particular type of error occurs when an app or game is downloaded and starts installing on the computer through the Windows Store. There are various reasons why this is happening. If you are looking for how to fix this error, then you are in the right place. Here you will learn how to fix Windows Store error 0x80240024 by troubleshooting with a step by step guide. Let's start.
How to fix Windows Store error 0x80240024
Before we get into troubleshooting and troubleshooting methods, let's look at the causes.
- Conflicts with current downloads
- Invalid region settings
- Damaged Microsoft Store
- Conflicting Windows Updates
- The sideload option is included in the Microsoft Store.
- Microsoft services not included
- Corrupted system files
Method 1: Run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter
Windows Store errors can usually be resolved using the Windows Store troubleshooter, which guides the user through a simple interface to fix any problems.
1. Press the Windows key, type Troubleshooting Options and click Open.
2. Select the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter and click the "Run the troubleshooter" button highlighted below.
3. If any issues are found after the troubleshooting process, click Apply this fix.
4. Finally, follow the instructions listed in the following prompts and restart your computer.
Method 2: Sign out and sign back in to the Windows Store
One easy fix is to log out of the Windows Store and log back in. Follow these steps to execute this method:
1. Press the Windows key, type Microsoft Store, then click Open.
2. Click on the profile account picture in the upper right corner.
3. Now click "Sign Out" under the account you are currently logged into.
5. After exiting, restart your computer.
6. Now open the Windows Store again as you did before.
7. Now click the account icon. Then click on the "Login" option.
8. Enter your login credentials.
Method 3: Clear the Windows Store Cache
Try resetting the Windows Store cache to see if it fixes error 0x80240024. Most Windows Store related issues can be resolved by simply resetting the Windows Store.
1. Launch the Run dialog box by pressing the Windows + R keys at the same time.
2. Type wsreset.exe and press the Enter key to clear the Microsoft Store cache data.
This will automatically reset the Microsoft Store cache and launch the Microsoft Store.
Method 4: Stop the download from starting
If you have other downloads in the queue, this problem may occur, you can try disabling the download and see if that solves the problem.
1. Open the Microsoft Store from the Windows search bar.
2. Click on Library in the left pane.
3. Click the "Stop" button to stop the download if you are downloading something.
Method 5: Disable Unpublished Apps
Users reported that the Windows Store error 0x80240024 issue occurs when sideload apps option is enabled in the Windows Store. Try disabling the Sideloading Apps option to see if it fixes the 0x80240024 error when trying to load any app.
1. Press the Windows + I keys at the same time to open the settings menu.
2. In the Settings menu, click Update & Security.
3. In the left pane, click the For Developers section.
4. Now on the right, turn off the switch "Install applications from any source", including the option "Free files".
Method 6: Change your region settings
Error 0x80240024 can also occur due to an incorrectly selected region in the settings. Make sure you set the region correctly in the settings and see if that solves the problem.
1. Launch Windows Settings.
2. Click "Time & Language" to open options related to region settings.
3. Click the Region menu in the left panel.
4. Make sure the region dropdown box is correctly set on the right.
Method 7: Run the BITS Troubleshooter
Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS) allows downloads to continue in the background. The main advantage of this service is that the download continues even if the bandwidth (the amount of data transferred per unit of time) is not used. Try running the BITS troubleshooter to fix the error.
1. Press the Windows key, type Control Panel and click Open.
2. Set View by Function to Large Icons.
3. Then click Troubleshoot.
4. Then click "View All" on the left panel.
5. Double-click the Background Intelligent Transfer Service to launch the troubleshooter.
6. The troubleshooter will then identify the problem and fix it for you. Then click Next.
7. Finally, click Close the troubleshooter.
Method 8: Repair System Files
If there are any corrupted system files in your Windows operating system, then your computer can face a lot of problems. If you encountered error 0x80240024 very recently, there is a chance that the files on your computer have been damaged or corrupted.
Luckily, your Windows 10 PC has built-in recovery tools like SFC (System File Checker) and DISM (Deployment Image Servicing and Management) to help you fix any corrupted files.
Read our guide to restoring system files in Windows 10 and follow the steps to repair any corrupted files.
Also Read: Fix Error 2H1 When Downloading Windows Update 0x800f0984
Method 9: Enable required Windows services
Before launching the Microsoft Store, some Windows services must be started. Make sure the services are enabled to keep the Microsoft Store running smoothly. Follow the steps below to enable services.
Step I: Turn on the Windows Update service
1. Launch the Run dialog box.
2. Type services.msc and press the Enter key to open the Services window.
3. Find the Windows Update service and double click it.
4. From the Startup Type drop-down list, select Automatic.
5. Now check if the status of the service is "Running", if it is "Stopped", click the "Start" button under the "Service Status" section.
6. Finally, click "Apply" and then "OK".
Step II. Turn on Microsoft Store Install Services
1. Open the Services window.
2. Double-click Microsoft Store Install Services.
3. From the Startup Type drop-down list, select Automatic.
4. Now check if the status of the service is "Running", if it is "Stopped", click the "Start" button under the "Service Status" section.
5. Finally, click "Apply" and then "OK".
Step III. Turn on Background Intelligent Transfer Service
1. Launch the Services window.
2. Double-click the Background Intelligent Transfer Service.
3. From the Startup Type drop-down list, select Automatic.
4. Now check if the status of the service is "Running", if it is "Stopped", click the "Start" button under the "Service Status" section.
5. Finally, click "Apply" and then "OK".
Method 10: Postpone Windows Updates
You can try disabling a feature called delayed updates. Windows users reported that this method solved the problem with error 0x80240024. If deferred updates are enabled, Windows will delay Windows updates for an extended period of time.
Note. This method involves using the gpedit.msc (Group Policy Editor) command through the Run dialog box. Group Policy Editor is disabled by default in Windows 10 Home, continue using this method if you have Windows 10 Pro.
1. Press the Windows + R keys at the same time to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type gpedit.msc and press the Enter key to launch the Local Group Policy Editor.
3. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update in the left pane.
4. Locate Postpone Updates and Updates and double click it.
5. Select the "Disabled" radio button at the top left of the window.
6. Finally, click "Apply" and then click "OK" to save your changes.
Method 11: Reset the Windows Store
Resetting the Microsoft Store will restore the current default settings. Follow the steps below to reset your Microsoft Store and fix error 0x80240024.
1. Simultaneously press the Window key + I to open the settings menu.
2. Click Applications to view installed applications.
3. Now click Microsoft Store and click More options.
4. Then click "Reset" in the "Reset" section.
Method 12: Reinstall the Windows Store
If none of the methods above helped you fix error 0x80240024 when trying to download some app, you have no other choice but to reinstall the Microsoft Store. As you usually do, reinstalling the Microsoft Store cannot be done through the Control Panel or Settings procedure. The PowerShell commands will help you reinstall the Microsoft Store as described below.
1. Press the Windows key, type Windows PowerShell, then click Run as administrator.
2. Now type the following command and press the Enter key.
get-appxpackage –allusers
3 Find Microsoft.WindowsStore Name and copy the PackageFullName entry.
4. Now go to a new line in the PowerShell window and type remove-appxpackage followed by a space followed by the line you copied in the previous step.
Example,
remove-appxpackage Microsoft.WindowsStore_22202.1402.2.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe
Note. The command may differ slightly depending on the version of Windows you are using.
5. Finally, restart your computer.
6. Then start Windows PowerShell as an administrator and run the following command.
Add-AppxPackage -register "C:Program FilesWindowsAppsMicrosoft.WindowsStore_11804.1001.8.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbweAppxManifest.xml" –DisableDevelopmentMode
Finally, the Microsoft Store will be reinstalled on your PC and you will not face the problem of Microsoft Store not opening Windows 10.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How to fix windows store automatically through system?
Answer You can fix the Windows Store error automatically by running the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter.
Q2. How to clear the Microsoft Store if it's full?
Answer To clear the Microsoft Store, follow Method 11 above to reset the Windows Store.
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