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Sorry, This app Is No Longer Available on Windows Store[FIX]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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When Microsoft introducedWindows 10, 8, the company stated that the new OS was designed in order to perfectly fit the user demands, who are heading their attention towards portability and usability. Thus,Windows 10, 8 is created especially for portable and touch based devices, whether we are talking about tablets, laptops or smartphone. And, due to same reasons,Windows Storewas introduced, which is Microsoft’s own store from where you can anytime download your favorite apps and programs.Everything’s perfect so far; but what to do when noticing thatWindows Storeisn’t working properly? Of course, considering the already mentioned aspects,Windows Storerepresents theWindows 10/Windows 8/Windows 8.1core, as everything is related to the same. In that matter, a common issue that has been recently reported byWindows 10, 8 andWindows 8.1users is referring toWindows Storeaccess, in term that the followingerror messageis being displayed when anappis being downloaded: “Sorry, thisappis no longer available on WindowsStore”.
Of course, there is nothing wrong with this message, but in fact theappit refers is actually available onWindows Store; so where’s the trick here? It seems that this is a system error or alert caused by yourWindows 10/Windows 8/Windows 8.1OS, which is preventing you from downloading content fromWindows Store. Sure, this is frustrating and annoying but worry as I will show you how to easily fix the“Sorry, thisappis no longer available onWindows Store” error.
FIX: This Item is no Longer Available on Windows Store
1. Uninstall KB2862768
Apparently, yourerroris nothing but a bug which has been introduced with a system update. Windows recently released a new security update to address several issues, but besides fixing problems, the same update is causing someWindows Storemalfunctions. Therefore, until Microsoft releases a new software in order to automatically resolve the “This Item is no longer available” alert, you will have to fix the problem by yourselves.
In order to do so, you have to uninstall the mentioned update. The firmware is dubbed as KB2862768 and can be uninstalled by following the steps from below:
2. Run the Windows Store App troubleshooter
Windows 10 features a dedicated Microsoft Store troubleshooter page that allows you to fix general issues preventing Store app from properly running. To run the troubleshooter, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Troubleshoot > locate and launch the Windows Store app troubleshooter as shown in the screenshot below.
If you’re running Windows 8 or Windows 8.1, then go to Control Panel > type ‘troubleshoot’ in the search box > click on ‘Show all’ in the left hand pane to display the whole troubleshooter list and select Windows Store Apps.
3. Reset the Windows Store App
If the issue persists, try clearing the Windows Store app cache by running theWSReset.execommand in a Run window. Restart your computer and check if this workaround solved the problem.
4. Clean boot your computer
App and software compatibility issues may trigger this error message. Clean booting your computer so as to run only a mimum set of drivers and programs may help you fix the problem. For more information on the steps to follow, go toMicrosoft’s support page.
So, there you have it; that’s how you can easily fix yourWindows 10/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 “This Item is no longer available” inWindows Storesystem error.
More about the topics:Microsoft Store Fixes,windows 10 fix
Andrew Wafer
Andrew is not just trying to bring you closer to Windows, but he’s truly interested in this platform. He just happens to be passionate about sharing that knowledge with our readers and that’s what makes his presence here, at WindowsReport, such a valuable one.
He specializes in writing about the best products for this operating system and Windows 10 fixes. Determined and creative, Andrew also loves coffee, country music, and Sunday mornings.
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