0x80070490 (Store)_
Store Error 0x80070490 (Store)
Seeing 0x80070490 (Store) on Windows 10/11 means the OS detected "Store Error 0x80070490 (Store)". Before reinstalling anything, work through the steps below — the fix is often simpler than it looks.
What Actually Happened
Store package manager condition: the app's local package registration references an element that no longer exists.
Symptoms
Store download failed with 0x80070490 (Store)
Common Causes
- AppX deployment error: the app's local package registration references an element that no longer exists
How to Fix It
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01
Reset Microsoft Store cache:
wsreset.exe -
02
Sign out and sign back in to Microsoft Account
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Root Cause Breakdown
AppX Deployment Service failed staging for 0x80070490 (Store).
Should You Worry?
Safe. Only app installs are blocked.
Power-User Tip
wsreset.exe runs silently in the background and fixes most store issues in 30 seconds.
Free DIY fix