Error 0X80072F30

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Error code 0x80072F30 is associated with the Windows Store and is an error that basically inhibits the Windows Store from launching successfully. Error code 0x80072F30 can be caused by anything from a stopped Windows Update service to a corrupted Windows Store cache or anything in between. Here are some of the most effective solutions that you should try in order to resolve error code 0x80072F30 and regain your ability to successfully open the Windows Store.

Solution 1: Make sure that the Windows Update service starts automatically

1. Press the Windows Logo key + R to open a Run. Type services.msc into the Run dialog and press Enter.
2. Scroll down the list of services until you locate the Windows Update. If the Windows Update service is not already running, right-click on it and click on start to actually start the service.
3. Right-click on the Windows Update service again. This time, click on Properties. Open the drop down menu in front of the Startup type option and select Automatic. Click on Apply and OK on your way out. Restart your computer and the Windows Store should launch successfully once your computer boots up. If it still won’t work after the Reboot, repeat the same steps for the Windows Store service.

Solution 2: Reset the Windows Store’s cache

1. Press the Windows Logo key + R to open a Run. Type wsreset.exe into the Run dialog and press Enter. OR Click OK.
2. Restart your computer, and the issue should no longer persist when your computer boots up.

Solution 3: Set the right time, date and time zone on your computer

1. Open the Start Menu. Click on Settings.
2. Click on Time & Language. Disable the Set time automatically. Go on and set the right time and date.
3. Don’t forget to configure the right time zone on your computer on your way out. Save all of your new settings.
4. Restart your computer, and Windows Store should launch successfully once it boots up.

Let us know if you need further assistance.