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5 solutions to fix error 0X80240020
There are various error codes that could occur in Windows 10, and every single one of them is equally annoying. We already showed you how to solve some errors in Windows 10.
In this guide, we’re going to show you how to solve the error 0X80240020 in Windows 10.
When you try to download a certain Windows update, like recent Windows 10 cumulative updates, or maybe a new version of the system itself if you still didn’t upgrade, sometimes error 0X80240020 may occur.
This issue occurs if the Automatic Updates process is unable to complete your request and download certain updates. Luckily, there is a couple of workarounds that can resolve this issue.
Steps to fix Windows 10 Update Error 0X80240020
Solution 1 – Delete the SoftwareDistribution folder
This solution doesn’t only apply to 0X80240020 error specifically because it could also solve other update errors. So, here’s what you need to do to delete SoftwareDisribution folder and try to download updates again:
C:WindowsSoftwareDistributionDownload

Solution 2 – Verify BITS service is enabled
BITS (Background Intelligent Transfer Service) is the main service for communication between your computer and Microsoft’s servers, so if something’s wrong with this service, you probably won’t be able to receive any updates. To make sure this service is running properly, do the following:

Solution 3 – Verify Name Resolution
Another thing you can try is verifying your Name Resolution. To do this, follow these steps:
- nslookup
- ns
- your computer name (You can check your computer name when you right-click on Properties on This Computer icon on your Desktop, under Computer name, domain and workgroup settings)
Solution 4 – Use sign-in info to complete the update
The fourth solution involves checking the option ‘Use my sign-in info to automatically finish setting up my device and reopen my apps after an update or restart’.
To enable this feature, navigate to Settings > then go to Accounts > Sign-in Options > and make sure to tick the respective check box.
Solution 5 – Enable OSUpgrade in your Registry
If you’re a power user, you can also tweak your Registry to fix Windows 10 error code 0X80240020. Keep in mind that incorrect Registry changes may lead to severe technical issues. Don’t forget to back up your computer before you proceed. Here are the steps to follow:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionWindowsUpdateOSUpgrade


That’s it, I hope at least one of the mentioned solutions helped you to solve the problem with error 0X80240020 in Windows 10, or while downloading Windows 10.
If you have any comments, suggestions, or maybe some other solutions for this problem, don’t hesitate to write them down in the comment section below.
Also, if you have any other Windows 10-related issues you can check for the solution in our Windows 10 Fix section.
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