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How to Unblock Microsoft Store in Windows 10
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Some users have stated in forum posts Microsoft Store is blocked and some of them also received the error code 0x800704ec when they tried to access the app.
This problem may be caused by many causes. For instance, maybe your system administrator blocked the app from Group Policy or by editing the registry.
Another possible reason would be that some program is blocking the app. Your antivirus might also be responsible for that.
Anyhow, we will provide all the possible solutions to fix the Microsoft Store is blocked issue and you will soon find a resolution.
Quick Tip:
You should also try using a browser to visit Microsoft Store. Before creating these solutions, we undertook troubleshooting into the Opera One browser to check if there are any other issues whatsoever.
We tried it on Opera One because it has a VPN and can unblock restricted applications, games, and other content. You may also check your login credentials and if you have limitations placed by your ISP.
Opera One
How to fix the Microsoft Store if it’s blocked?
1. Open the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter
First, try opening theWindows StoreApps troubleshooter inWindows 10. That troubleshooter can resolve all sorts of UWP app issues.
Follow the guidelines above to open theWindows StoreApps troubleshooter.
2. Clear Microsoft Store’s cache
The Microsoft Store is blocked bypass issuemight be due to acorrupted MS Store cache.
Users can fix that cache by clearin it. It’s very easy to do that if you follow the easy steps described above.
3. Enable Microsoft Store from the Group Policy Editor
If you got the Microsoft Store message thatThis app has been blocked due to company policy, you can also use yourexpert guideon how to unlock an app from Group Policy.
If you received the Microsoft Store is blocked. Contact your administrator or Microsoft Store This app has been blocked by your system administrator the steps above will help you clear the issue.
We also have anothergreat guidethat will help you if the administrator has blocked a program on your PC.
4. Reset the Microsoft Store app
Resetting the Microsoft Store will basically clear all its data so it’s like you reinstall it fresh.
However, if you get the Microsoft Store is blocked code: 0x800704ec in Windows 10 you might also check ourfull guideon how to fix all Microsoft Store error codes.
5. Try using a different user account
If you have an alternative user account that you can log in to, try downloading it within that account. The app might download ok within another account.
Alternatively, users can set up a new user account. The steps above will help you set up newWindows 10account.
6. Check for Windows 10 updates
Some users have confirmed that Windows updates fixed theerrorfor them so it might be worth checking for and installing updates.
7. Turn off third-party antivirus software
Third-party antivirus softwarecould be another potential factor behind the Microsoft Store blockageerror. To ensure that isn’t the case, disable third-party antivirus utilities.
The system tray on the right of the Windows 10 taskbar includes antivirus utility icons that users can right-click to open context menu options for the installed software.
Those context menus usually include a disable setting of some description that users can select to turn off the antivirus utilities.
Those resolutions might resolve theerrorfor some users so they can use Microsoft Store once again.
In the unlikely event that the app is still not working, you can check out our article aboutother general Microsoft Store fixes.
If you have any other questions or advice, we’re waiting for them in the comments section below.
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Matthew Adams
Windows Hardware Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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