To clear old data and cache, go to Settings and open Apps, and find Google Play store. Once inside, I would recommend you to first Force stop the app and then tap on Clear data to Clear all data this will delete data and cache. You might be asked to log in to your Google account again when you open Play Store.
Do it and see if it helps. Repeat the same process, but this time for Google Play Services which you will find under Apps only. It can wreak havoc on your phone, so I would recommend you to do it only if other methods are not working. There is an option to reset app preferences Hidden deep inside app settings.
It will reset app preferences and settings of all apps, default or third-party installed, so you will have to set it all up all over again. My colleague has covered resetting app preferences in detail. When you select Reset app preference option above, you will get a popup menu telling what is going to happen. Tap on Reset apps to initiate the change.
Most smartphones will set the correct date and time using your carrier and geo-location automatically. No sweat.
But sometimes, it may not be the case. Conflicting time. Also, check that the time zone is correct while you are at it. If you think the timing is correct, maybe you should try and change it briefly to something else.
Not all smartphones support external SD card, especially premium smartphones but if yours does, and you are using an SD card, you should remove it. SD cards can get corrupted, hit with virus or malware , or may need formatting.
Has the Google Play Store ever caused any issues to prevent new app downloads on your Android device? If so, what did you do to fix it? We await your response in the comments below. Mahesh has been obsessed with technology since he got his first gadget a decade or so ago. Over the last few years, he's written a number of tech articles on various online publications including but not limited to MakeTechEasier and Android AppStorm.
Read Mahesh's Full Bio. We hate spam too, unsubscribe at any time. Table of Contents. If so, tap OK. The app will automatically update itself to the latest available version. If for some reason, you need to update or install it manually, you can follow our detailed guide on downloading and installing the Play Store here. Did we help you solve the problem? Do you have other solutions that worked for you? Let us know in the comments. Read next: How to install third-party apps without the Google Play Store.
How to fix the Google Play Store "download pending" error The download pending issue is more common than we'd like to admit, but it has an easy fix. How To By Suzana Dalul. Check downloads and updates Reset your connection Make sure you have enough storage Restart your device Download with your browser instead. Check current downloads and updates. Just press the X next to their name to cancel the download and proceed with getting the app you urgently need. Check your connection It might sound silly, but this should always be one of the first steps you take.
Here is how to do that: Head to the Play Store and then tap on the menu button in the upper left corner three lines. If downloading resumes as normal, your home or office network is to blame. Restart your modem and if all else fails, call your Internet service provider. Check your storage and SD card. Free up some space by uninstalling unused apps or deleting old photos and videos you have backed up elsewhere. Also, a malfunctioning SD card can sometimes cause problems while downloading new apps.
If it downloads as usual to your internal storage, consider changing the card. If you have a VPN, you should disable it before trying to download the app again. For example, this can happen if a new VPN update has glitches. Try it out, and if the error disappears, try to reinstall the VPN. If you trust the site or app, disable the feature, if applicable, and try again. Also, sometimes changing the time and date for a short time and then turning them back to the way they were may fix your issue.
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