Microsoft Store won't open after upgrading from win 10 to win 11

Ahmed Al-Zubaydi 0 Reputation points
2025-12-11T17:31:11.55+00:00

Microsoft Store won't open after upgrading from win 10 to win 11

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  1. Q&A Assist
    2025-12-11T17:31:21.4766667+00:00
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    If the Microsoft Store won't open after upgrading from Windows 10 to Windows 11, there are a few troubleshooting steps you can take:

    1. Check if Microsoft Store is blocked: Sometimes, administrators can block access to the Microsoft Store. Ensure that it is not disabled through Group Policy or configuration settings. If it is blocked, you may see an error message when trying to launch the app.
    2. Verify network connectivity: Ensure that your network connection is stable and that necessary endpoints for Microsoft Store are not blocked by a firewall or proxy. You may need to check the required endpoints for Windows 11.
    3. Use Windows Package Manager (winget): If the Microsoft Store is still unresponsive, you can try using the Windows Package Manager to install or manage apps. You can check if winget is available by running the command winget in PowerShell.
    4. Check permissions: If there were any changes to registry or file permissions, it might prevent the Microsoft Store from functioning properly. Ensure that the necessary permissions are granted to the All Application Packages group.
    5. Reinstall Microsoft Store: If none of the above steps work, you may consider reinstalling the Microsoft Store app using PowerShell commands.

    Following these steps should help you resolve the issue with the Microsoft Store not opening after your upgrade to Windows 11.

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  2. Kayece Jan Mae Amizola 12,200 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-11T18:08:30.5133333+00:00

    Hi,

    Did you receive an error while opening the Microsoft Store?

    In the meantime, try repairing and resetting your MS Store app.

    Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps > Find the MS Store app > Advanced options > Repair, then restart your PC. If the issue persists after repair, please choose reset.

    If the issue persists, run SFC and DISM to check, scan, and restore the health of system files by following the steps below.

    • On PowerShell (admin), enter each command below:
    Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
    Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
    DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
    sfc /scannow
    
    • After all has been processed, restart your device

    If you require further assistance, please don't hesitate to let me know. I look forward to your response.

    Stay Safe!


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