Can’t install XAMPP software on PC [ULTIMATE GUIDE]

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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XAMPP is a popular Apache distribution for Windows and other platforms. The software is easy is to install on a Windows computer as it has tons of resources on how to install the software.

However, some users have reported that they are getting some errors during the XAMPP installation. The full error readsBecause of an activated user account Control on your system some functions of XAMPP are possibly restricted.

This is a common error and you can fix it by following the troubleshooting tips given in this article.

How to fix XAMPP Installation Error

1. Install XAMPP Outside of C: > Program Files

The issue here is that installing XAMPP in the program files folder will require UAC permission to run each time. So, by installing it outside the folder, you are avoiding the UAC issues with the software.

Note:If you are creating a custom folder, make sure that you don’t include any spaces between the name of the folder.

3. Disable UAC (User Account Control) ( Less Safe)

Note:Disabling UAC is not recommended by Microsoft as it exposes your computer to external threats. Only disable UAC if the other fixes did not resolve the issue.

4. Remove Old XAMPP Installation

Follow the fixes given in this article and you should be able to install XAMPP without any errors.

Can’t install XAMPP software on PC [ULTIMATE GUIDE]#

How to fix XAMPP Installation Error#

1. Install XAMPP Outside of C: > Program Files#

3. Disable UAC (User Account Control) ( Less Safe)#

4. Remove Old XAMPP Installation#

Can’t install XAMPP software on PC [ULTIMATE GUIDE]

How to fix XAMPP Installation Error

1. Install XAMPP Outside of C: > Program Files

3. Disable UAC (User Account Control) ( Less Safe)

4. Remove Old XAMPP Installation