Consequently, users can’t download the required apps. Have you encountered that error message? If so, check out the potential fixes for it below.

Why does the Microsoft Store error 0x803fb005 appear?

This issue usually appears if there’s a problem with the server, and if that happens, you’ll get Something happened on our end error message when trying to use the store. These types of errors can be problematic, and many reported that Windows Store games won’t download. Keep in mind that this also applies to apps, meaning that you won’t be able to download anything at all. The error is similar to the Microsoft Store error code 0x80131500, so most solutions can be used to fix both issues.

How can I fix the code: 0x803fb005?

1. Open the Microsoft Store App troubleshooter

2. Reset the Microsoft Stor

3. Turn off your antivirus utility

It might be the case that error 0x803fb005 is due to a third-party antivirus utility blocking the MS Store. In this case, turning that antivirus utility off might resolve the issue. How exactly you do that varies for a different software, but most antivirus utilities include options on their system tray context menus users can select to disable them. Right-click an antivirus utility’s system tray icon to open its context menu and select the required option to disable it. If turning off the antivirus utility does resolve the MS Store 0x803fb005 error, you might as well uninstall it. You can do that from the Programs and Features applet or with a removal utility for the antivirus utility. Windows Defender can fill the void left by the uninstalled antivirus package.

4. Reset Windows Update

5. Reset Windows 10

Note: This method should only be used as a last resort. Additionally, remember to create a backup of your Windows 10 before proceeding with the reset. By following the above-mentioned steps, you should be able to easily get rid of the Microsoft Store 0x803fb005 error. Which one of the solutions listed by us helped you with your issue? Let us know by leaving us a message in the comments section below.

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