Microsoft Edge users have recently reported encountering an error code 7 0x80040901 while trying to update their browser. This error can be frustrating and may prevent users from accessing the latest features and security updates. Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to try and fix this issue.
One potential solution is to reset the Microsoft Edge browser settings. This can be done by opening the browser, clicking on the three-dot menu in the top right corner, selecting “Settings,” scrolling down to the “Reset settings” section, and clicking on the “Restore settings to their default values” option.
Another potential fix is to clear the browser cache and cookies. This can be done by going to the “Settings” menu, clicking on “Privacy, search, and services,” scrolling down to the “Clear browsing data” section, and selecting the data you want to clear before clicking on the “Clear now” button.
If these steps do not resolve the issue, you may need to consider reinstalling Microsoft Edge. This can be done by going to the “Apps and features” section in the Windows Settings, finding Microsoft Edge in the list of installed apps, clicking on it, and selecting the “Uninstall” option. Once it has been uninstalled, you can download and install the latest version of Microsoft Edge from the official website.
By following these troubleshooting steps, users should be able to resolve the Microsoft Edge update error code 7 0x80040901 and ensure that their browser is up to date with the latest features and security updates.