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0x80131505 Microsoft Store Error: How to Fix It

Reinstall the Microsoft Store for a quick fix

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Picture this. You just discovered a new app or want to update an existing one to enjoy the latest features, but when you turn to theMicrosoft Store, it loads for an excruciatingly long amount of time, and in the end, it brings up the error code 0x80131505.

This is exactly what some users have to deal with. Microsoft Store errors are common, and just like the others, we’ll give you solutions on bypassing this one too.

Why am I getting the error 0x80131505?

If you have spotted the error code 0x80131505, it is probably because of one of the following reasons:

How do I fix code 0x80131505 Microsoft Store?

Try the following workarounds before any technical solutions:

1. Run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter

2. Restart the Microsoft Store Install Service

This is a background service that is required to be running for Microsoft Store to function properly. If it has stopped for some reason, you need to restart it. You must also check the Windows Update service and the Background Intelligent Transfer Service.

3. Reset Microsoft Store cache

4. Re-register the store app

5. Repair/reset Microsoft Store

6. Reinstall Microsoft Store

If nothing works, all is not lost. You’ll be happy to know there is a way you can stilldownload Microsoft Store apps without using the store.

Running into the 0x80131505 issue is a bit of a pain, but thankfully it’s not all that difficult to resolve. The methods outlined above should help anyone suffering from this error get their Microsoft Store working normally again.

Check out our other articles on other Microsoft Store error codes, such as0x00000190, and find out how we resolve it.

For any other thoughts or comments, leave a comment down below.

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Claire Moraa

Windows Software Expert

Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.

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Claire Moraa

Windows Software Expert

With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.