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This may happen due to any recent changes on the system that might have stopped the Windows store from updating properly.

Let’s try the following steps and check for the issue.

Method 1:

Let’s refer to the article and try the steps provided to fix the issue.

What to do if you have problems with an app

Method 2:

You may try to reset the Store cache and check if it helps:

a Press the Windows key + R.

b. Type WSReset.exe and hit enter.

c. Reboot the computer and check if it helps.

For further information, refer to the article:

Why can't I find or install an app from the Windows Store?

Method 3:

You may check if the Proxy setting is enabled or not. If enabled, try to disable the same and check if it helps:

Follow these steps and check if it helps.

a. Press Windows Key +R, type inetcpl.cpl and press enter.

b. Click the Connections tab, and then click LAN settings.

c. Uncheck the Use a proxy server for your LAN check box.

d. Click Ok.

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