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Troubleshoot Google Play Store When Apps Fail to Download

Issue Description 

Play Store stuck on “Pending” or downloads fail. 

Common Causes 

  • Corrupt Play Store cache 
  • Network issues 
  • Google account sync problem 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Clear Play Store Cache 

  • Settings → Apps → Google Play Store 
  • Clear cache and data 

 

Step 2: Restart Phone 

  • Reopen Play Store 

 

Step 3: Check Google Services 

  • Clear cache for Google Play Services 
  • Restart phone 

 

Step 4: Remove and Re-add Google Account 

  • Settings → Accounts → Google 
  • Remove → Restart → Add again 

Explore Further 

  • Check date and time settings 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Use stable Wi-Fi.