How to Fix Microsoft Store Stuck on Pending or Starting Download (2025 Guide)
Are your Microsoft Store downloads stuck on “Pending” or “Starting Download”? 😓 This problem is common on Windows 10 & Windows 11 and prevents apps and games (including Xbox App & Game Pass titles) from downloading or updating. In this video, I’ll show you how to fix Microsoft Store stuck downloads step by step.
✅ In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to:
Fix Microsoft Store stuck on Pending / Starting Download
Clear Microsoft Store cache using WSReset
Reset & repair Microsoft Store and Xbox App 🛠️
Reinstall Gaming Services if required
Check Windows Update & Delivery Optimization settings
📌 Works for:
Microsoft Store apps not downloading
Xbox App / PC Game Pass games stuck on pending
Updates failing to start
⚡ Pro Tip: Always sign out & back into your Microsoft Account in the Store — many download issues are fixed instantly with a fresh login.
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