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The Cloud File Provider is Not Running [Fix]
To fix error 0x8007016a in OneDrive, disable files on demand
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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OneDrive is an excellent example of whatcloud storagecan do when handled appropriately. However, many reportedThe cloud file provider is not runningmessages while using it.
This error ( known as error 0x8007016A), happens whenever you try and move or deletefilesand folders from your OneDrive.
This isn’t the only issue, and many reportederror 0x80071129 in OneDrive, but we tackled that one in a different guide.
Today we will focus on a different error, so let’s get started.
Why does The cloud provider is not running message appear?
What is a cloud provider?
How do I prevent error 0x8007016A from happening anymore?
1. Keep your Windows Updated to the latest version
If this doesn’t fix the OneDrive error 0x8007016A, move on to the next solution.
2. Disable Files on Demand
3. Resume file syncing
After doing that, check ifThe cloud file provider is not runningmessage is still there.
4. Modify your PC’s power plan
5. Reset OneDrive
The solution to end all solutions would be to reset your OneDrive.
In a matter of seconds, your OneDrive will be reset, and you will lose all user preferences stored, but not thefilesand folders saved on it.
6. Remove the glitched folder by force using PowerShell
We hope this guide helped you fix the problem:The cloud file provider is not runningerror message on your PC.
Unfortunately, this isn’t the only issue you can experience, and we already wrote aboutThis item might not exist error in OneDrivein one of our earlier guides.
Did the solutions listed above help you get rid of OneDrive error 0x8007016A? Please let us know in the comments section below.
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Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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