How to Fix Microsoft Store Error 0x80073D0A on Windows 11

 

Windows users often encounter Microsoft Store Error 0x80073D0A when trying to download or update applications. This error usually points to disabled Windows Firewall services, corrupted store cache, or network configuration glitches.

Here is a complete step-by-step troubleshooting guide to resolve error 0x80073D0A on Windows 11.

Method 1: Ensure Windows Firewall Service is Enabled

Microsoft Store requires Windows Firewall to be active to safely download and install package packages.

1. Press Windows Key + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.

2. Scroll down and locate Windows Defender Firewall.

3. Double-click it, ensure Startup type is set to Automatic, and verify the Service status is Running.

4. If it is stopped, click Start, then Apply and OK.

Method 2: Reset Microsoft Store Cache (wsreset)

Resetting the store cache clears corrupted temporary files without deleting your installed apps:

1. Press Windows Key + R to open the Run dialog box.

2. Type wsreset.exe and hit Enter.

3. A blank Command Prompt window will appear. Do not close it; wait a few seconds.

4. Once reset, Microsoft Store will automatically launch. Try downloading your app again.

Method 3: Repair or Reset Microsoft Store App

Windows 11 offers a built-in repair tool specifically for system applications:

1. Press Windows Key + I to open Settings.

2. Navigate to Apps > Installed apps.

3. Search for Microsoft Store, click the three dots (...) next to it, and choose Advanced options.

4. Scroll down and click Repair.

5. If repairing does not fix the error, return to the same menu and click Reset.

Method 4: Re-register Microsoft Store via PowerShell

Re-registering the store package via PowerShell restores missing system dependencies:

1. Press the Windows Key, type powershell, right-click Windows PowerShell, and choose Run as administrator.

2. Paste the following command and press Enter: Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers -Name Microsoft.WindowsStore | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

3. Wait for the operation to complete, then restart your PC.

Final Thoughts

Microsoft Store error 0x80073D0A is almost always resolved by ensuring Windows Firewall is running or clearing the store cache via wsreset.