That error code 0xc0EA000A in the Microsoft Store is basically telling you that somethin’ funky is going on with your network or system services blocking downloads. Usually, it points to a hiccup between Microsoft’s servers and your PC, probably caused by network misconfigs, temporary server overloads, or even a glitch in Store data. Sometimes, it pops up after a Windows update or when a machine’s brand new and still trying to settle in. Either way, fixin’ it isn’t always straightforward, but there are some tried-and-true fixes that have a decent shot at getting things moving again.
How to Fix Error 0xc0EA000A in the Microsoft Store
Method 1: Cancel Downloads and Try Again
This is a classic first step. Sometimes, the download process gets corrupted or stuck, especially if the network was flaky during the initial attempt. Clearing out any pending downloads can clear the way for fresh attempts. Plus, you get to see if the issue was just a temporary hiccup.
- Open the Microsoft Store app.
- Head to “Downloads” at the bottom left — yeah, that little arrow or gear icon depending on your version.
- Click the three dots (ellipsis) next to your current downloads.
- Select “Cancel download” — don’t ask me why, but it’s often enough to kickstart the process again.
- Now, go back, find the app you wanted, and hit install or reinstall. Sometimes, the app just needs a fresh start after clearing out the old stuff.
On some setups, this will fail the first time, then work after a reboot, so don’t give up immediately if it’s still stubborn after doing this.
Method 2: Check Microsoft Server Status
Because of course, Microsoft’s servers need to be working properly for downloads to go smoothly. If they’re overloaded or down, you’re basically fighting a losing battle. So, before messing with your settings, check if that’s the case.
Hit up Downdetector or visit Microsoft’s service status page to see if there’s a known outage. If servers are in the red zone, best to wait it out, maybe a few hours or so. Alternatively, some apps have offline installers at the developer’s site — might be worth trying that if you need something urgently.
Method 3: Use a Different Microsoft Account
Sometimes, the account itself is the problem — maybe some payment issue, license restriction, or just a weird glitch on Microsoft’s end. Switching accounts can bypass that.
- Open the Microsoft Store.
- Click on your profile picture at the top right.
- Select “Sign out”.
- Sign in with a different account — could be a secondary one, or a fresh account you set up just to test.
This move helped in my experience when some accounts are flagged or have restrictions. If it doesn’t, well, worth a shot.
Method 4: Reset Microsoft Store Cache
This is a bit of a black box fix that often makes a difference. The Store cache can get corrupted, which can cause download failures. Resetting it resets all those temp files and hopefully clears out the weirdness.
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
- Type
wsreset.exeand hit Enter. - The Store will flash for a second, then close, and Windows will do its thing with cleaning cache. Don’t worry if it looks like nothing’s happening.
- Reboot the system once it’s done, and try again.
Sometimes, this fixes the issue almost magically. Other times, it’s part of the ritual before trying more drastic stuff.
Method 5: Reinstall or Re-register the Microsoft Store
If the Store app itself is corrupt, it might refuse to download anything. Re-installing or re-registering it via PowerShell or Terminal can reset everything back to a clean state.
- Open Windows Terminal as administrator (search in Start, right-click, choose “Run as administrator”).
- Type in this command:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers -PackageType Bundle | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_. InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"} - Hit Enter; don’t worry if it takes a bit or looks like it’s hanging.
- After the command runs, restart Windows to apply the fix.
On some machines, this can be a little volatile, but it’s a powerful way to fix deep Store problems.