Why won t Xbox Store let me buy a game?

“Your account is blocked from buying in Microsoft stores”

A privacy and online safety setting for your Microsoft account may be preventing you from making purchases. Sign in to the Privacy section of your Microsoft account and review your settings.

Why is Xbox blocking my purchase?

This may mean: There's a temporary problem with the Xbox service. A privacy and online safety setting for your Microsoft account is preventing you from making a purchase.

Why does my Xbox store keep saying something went wrong?

Why does my Xbox One keep saying "Something Went Wrong" with error 0x800705b4? This error generally occurs when the application got corrupted through an app update. Clearing your Xbox cache may resolve the issue: Turn off your Xbox One.

Why can't you buy games on Xbox app anymore?

Microsoft has told Stevivor why Store functionality — specifically, “purchase capabilities” — were removed from the Xbox app on both iOS and Android. As we suspected, it's all to do with rules governing in-app purchases inside the Apple and Google ecosystems.

Why can't I purchase on games?

Check for Updates

If there are bugs that are causing payment issues on Play Store, there may already be an update that fixes it. So check for app updates on the Play Store. It may help to update your Android phone too. To update the app, open the Play Store and search for the app.

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What to do if you can't buy a game on Xbox?

What is error code 0x80131500 on Xbox store?

What Are the Causes Behind the Error Code 0x80131500? Here are some possible reasons for the Microsoft Store app being unable to load the page. Your computer doesn't have a working internet connection. Corrupt or missing Microsoft Store files.

What is error code 0x8b108490?

This may mean that there's a problem with the Xbox service, or that your Xbox encountered an unexpected error.

How do I fix Microsoft Store problem?

Reset the Microsoft Store cache: Press the Windows Logo Key + R to open the Run dialog box, type wsreset.exe, and then select OK. Note: A blank Command Prompt window will open, and after about ten seconds the window will close and Microsoft Store will open automatically.

Why won t my Microsoft purchase go through?

If you're having trouble buying something from Microsoft Store, here are some steps to try: Check your credit card is up to date on the Payment options page. Check you don't have any subscription payments overdue on the Services page. Check your account is not temporarily suspended.

How do I unblock purchases on Xbox?

Press the Xbox Guide button to open the guide, and then then navigate to Profile & system (your account icon) > Settings > Account > Family settings. Check for buying restrictions on your account, and make adjustments as needed.

How do I remove restrictions from Xbox store?

Why is my Xbox Microsoft Store not working?

Performing a hard reset of your Xbox One console will clear your consoles cache and once completed, should allow access to the online store. To perform this: With the console is powered on, hold the power button for 10 seconds. Once the console powers off, reboot and your cache will be cleared.

How do I fix my Microsoft Store on my Xbox?

Press the Xbox button to open the guide. Select Profile & system > Settings > System > Console info. Select Reset console. Reset and keep my games & apps.

Is Microsoft having issues today?

Everything is up and running.

What is error code 0x85010004?

ActiveSync error 0x85010004

This error occurs on ActiveSync devices when they attempt to authenticate without SSL enabled. Make sure that the device has SSL enabled and verify the settings. Then try to sync again. You should not receive the error anymore.

What is error code 0020000?

If you are seeing a Download Error, Error Code 0020000, or Error Code 404019 in your Windows 8 game, it is likely due to the expiration of our Windows 8 & 8.1 titles.

What is error code 08x0070490?

What is Error Code 0x80070490? Error code 0x80070490 is a status that shows a corrupted file or processes these corrupted files in the system. Any damage or corruption within the component store or component-based servicing CBS sabotages the window update.

What is error 0x87e0000f on Xbox store?

Check here for the known game issues that we're currently tracking and find out what you can do about them. This error may mean one of the following: The Xbox One console doesn't have the latest update. The Xbox Live Service is temporarily unavailable.

How to solve 0x80131500?

What is error code 0x87e10bc6 on Xbox one?

This might mean that the game is temporarily unavailable, it's unavailable in your region, or it's no longer in the game catalogue.

How do I fix error code 0x87e50033?

Why does my Xbox say oops when I try and buy a game?

This error might make an appearance due to intermittent Xbox Network issues, problems with your internet connection, an issue with your payment choice, and more.

What is error code 0x87e1001B on Xbox overwatch?

If you've received error code 0x87e1001B, it means you're trying to join a game session that requires an Xbox Series X|S console. To fix this, an Xbox Series X|S is needed to join the game session.

What is error code 0x80072ee7 on Xbox One?

This means that the console or device couldn't load the content.