How to Reset Microsoft Store App in Windows 11

Prerequisites

A stable internet connection prevents errors. Checking for pending updates in Settings › Windows Update 🔃 also helps Keeping your Windows 11 system updated offers the best defense against app problems.

Method 1Using App Settings

The Microsoft Store app in Windows 11 can be reset using its own settings to fix common issues. This method won’t delete your personal data. Open the Start menu ⊞, look for the Microsoft Store icon, right-click it, and select App settings.

1. Open your Start menu ⊞.
2. Find the Microsoft Store icon.
3. Right-click on 🖱️ it and select App settings.

Scroll down to the Reset section. Try the Repair button first, since this won’t delete your data. If that fails to resolve the problem, click the Reset button.

A warning will appear, letting you know this action will delete the app’s data, including your sign-in details. Confirm by clicking Reset again.

Method 2Using WSReset.exe

WSReset.exe clears out corrupted temporary files (known as cache) that frequently break app downloads. Running WSReset.exe fixes common problems and refreshes the Store without requiring extensive user input.

1. Press Windows Key + R on your keyboard.
2. Type wsreset.exe and press Enter.
3. A blank command prompt window will open. Wait for it to close automatically; the Store will then launch on its own.

Method 3Using PowerShell (Admin Required)

When standard repairs fail, PowerShell offers a way to force Windows to re-register the Store from scratch. This advanced step forces Windows to set up the Store app again from its core components. Open PowerShell as an admin and enter the specific command.

1. Click the Start button and type PowerShell.
2. Right-click the result and choose Run as administrator.

To reset the store for your own user account, copy and paste the following command into the window and press Enter:

To reset the Microsoft Store app for all users on the computer, use this command: `Get-AppxPackage *WindowsStore* | Reset-AppxPackage`. This command ensures that the Microsoft Store application returns to its default settings for every account logged into the device, clearing any accumulated errors or data issues.

Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers *WindowsStore* | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Advanced Repair: SFC and DISM

If the Store continues to misbehave, system files on your PC might be damaged. Requires admin privileges.

1. Open PowerShell as administrator.
2. Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
3. After that finishes, type DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth and press Enter.

Summary

If your Microsoft Store is crashing or not opening in Windows 11, fix it by resetting the app through its settings or by using the WSReset.exe tool. For more stubborn issues, re-registering the app with PowerShell resolves deeper problems.

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