Access Is Denied 0x80070005 [Solved]

This error can be quickly solved with our solutions

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Are you trying to rename, delete, move, or copy a certain folder from yourWindows 10device, but you can’t? If you received theAccess is deniederror0x80070005,and you don’t know how to fix it, you are in the right place.

We will show you how to quickly fix this system problem with the help of the following troubleshooting steps.

What does the 0x80070005 access denied error mean?

As outlined, the problem occurs when you try to rename, copy, move, or delete certain folders. Usually, the0x80070005 Access is deniederrorcode pops up when you try to make changes within system files.

So, theerrorcode is a security warning that tells you this: you don’t have the right to remove, rename or move/copy that certain folder or file.

In this case, the issue can be easily fixed if you switch to theadministrator account. However, if you have admin privileges and you are still experiencing the same problem, you must apply additional troubleshooting steps.

If you also have issues with thedefault save location that couldn’t be set, the highlighted guide will provide the right solutions to fix it.

The goal is to solve any possibleerrorsthat might cause folders or files related to malfunctions. And here is how you can do that.

How do I fix the access is denied 0x80070005 error?

1. Gain administrator rights

The first thing you should try is to gain admin rights within the folder you want to modify.

2. Use Microsoft’s File and Folder Troubleshooter

You need to scan for problems related to system files and folders. Also, if there are such problems, you need to fix them immediately. Well, this process can be completed automatically by using a default troubleshooting process supported and offered by Microsoft.

I am talking about the Filer and Folder Troubleshooter service, which can be initiatedfrom this page.

3. Run SFC

Another way in which you can fix system errors is by using another troubleshooter featured by default on yourWindows 10system. So if the above-explained steps aren’t helpful, you should start an SFC scan.

4. Update Group Policy Settings

IfGroup PolicySettings were recently changed, you might end up experiencing the0x80007005 Access is deniederror code.

As you noticed, some files can be modified only if you have administrator rights. Moreover, if there are problems within theWindows 10system your access to folders and files might be restricted, and you can get the0x80007005 Access is deniedcode error.

The steps listed above should help you fix these problems right away. However, if you cannot manage to address the issues, try to give us further details to help us better understand why you cannot modify your folders and files.

The same error code can also come up on the Microsoft Store or via Windows Update. If you get the0x80070005 Microsoft Storeor0x80070005 Windows Updateerrors instead, check out our dedicated guides for more help.

Let us know which steps helped you fix this issue by leaving us a message in the comments section below.

Access Is Denied 0x80070005 [Solved]#

What does the 0x80070005 access denied error mean?#

How do I fix the access is denied 0x80070005 error?#

1. Gain administrator rights#

2. Use Microsoft’s File and Folder Troubleshooter#

3. Run SFC#

4. Update Group Policy Settings#