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0x80d02013 Windows Update Error: How to Fix It
Clear the Windows Update download path for a quick fix
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Updated onFebruary 28, 2024
updated onFebruary 28, 2024
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We all know Windows updates are supposed to make things better. If a few features have been experiencing glitches or yourPC has been slow, updating it to the latest version could resolve this issue.
The Windows update error 0x80d02013 doesn’t seem to be doing any of these things. The download will complete successfully, but nothing changes on your PC. This sounds peculiar, but let’s try to figure it out below.
What is error code 0x80d02013?
The error code 0x80d02013 is a Windows update error that appears when you try to download and install the latest Windows updates. The results may vary across users, but a constant that remains is that the Windows updates are not successful.
For some, the updates download and install, but there are no notable changes, even those indicated in the bug fixes. Others report that they keep trying to install the updates but are unsuccessful in every instance.
So what causes these issues, and why is my Windows 11 update failing? Below are some possible reasons:
How do I fix the Windows Update error 0x80d02013?
Try the following before the more advanced solutions:
1. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter
2. Restart the Windows update service
3. Clear the Windows Update download path
For users who will find the components available, remember that tampering with your Registry could have serious repercussions. If unsure of what you’re doing, you should skip this step or consult a tech expert.
Alternatively, you cancreate a restore pointbefore editing the Registry so that if anything goes wrong, you can have a safe point of return.
4. Reset Windows update components
Another side effect of the Windows updates failing, some users reported that other apps also failed to launch. The most notable is the Microsoft Store. If you face any issues with this or any other program, the best option would be to repair or reset it.
Finally, if the built-in troubleshooter is still giving you problems after all these solutions, you can visitMicrosoft’s official pageand download the updates manually.
Consider usingWindows Update Repair toolsto help you resolve this issue faster, especially if you keep trying solutions with no success.
That’s all we had as far as the Windows update error 0x80d02013 is concerned. Unfortunately, such errors are in plenty, and you may come across0x80080008or0xc1900223errors. Luckily, we’ve covered their respective fixes in our helpful guides.
Before you leave, you might want to check ourdownload error 0x80248014guide for more solutions.
For any queries or additional troubleshooting, feel free to comment below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
