
Clear Microsoft Store Cache to Fix Loading Issues
If the Microsoft Store is stuck on a loading screen, won't download apps, or freezes when you try...
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If the Microsoft Store is stuck on a loading screen, won't download apps, or freezes when you try...

You may see a notification that Windows Defender real-time protection has a rate limit error, oft...

You open Chrome, but Gmail, Google Drive, or even Google Search won't load. Other sites work fine...

You try to install a Windows update, but it fails with a message like "File locked" or <...

You open Microsoft Store, tap download, and nothing happens—or the progress bar barely moves. Thi...

You open Microsoft Store and see a message about invalid configuration, or your apps won't sync. ...