If you begin to encounter the problem too often and the restart begins to get annoying, you must try the other troubleshooting steps. When you try to download an app from the Play Store, the Google servers will try to check for the time on your device. If the time is incorrect, it will not sync the servers with the device, which can cause a problem in downloading anything from the Play Store.
If you are using a Wi-Fi network to download the apps, switch to mobile data and check if it works. The reason behind this is that specific Wi-Fi networks block port It is the port used by Google Play. To switch the networks, pull down the notification shade of your device and tap on the Wi-Fi icon to switch it off.
Now look for the Mobile data icon and switch it on. Once you have switched the internet access, restart your device and then go to Google Play to resume the app download. Check if the problem you were facing has been fixed. Download manager facilitates the downloading of all the apps. You must ensure that it is On so that your apps can be downloaded successfully from the Play Store. To check if Download Manager is On or not, you should head into the Settings menu of your device and then go to the Apps or Application Manager.
Now you will notice tabs on the top of the screen. Swipe right or left to go to the tab that says All. Look for Download Manager under this section and tap on it to determine whether it is enabled or disabled. Those users who find it disabled, tap on the Enable option to Enable Download Manager and then download the apps again.
Wiping the cache for Google Play can solve a few problems related to the Play Store. Cache files store information that helps your device load the application quickly. These files are recreated once you reaccess the application.
The Data files of an application store data that includes all information saved on the app like high scores, usernames, and passwords. When the data files are deleted, you must make sure that you write down any important information before deleting the files.
Go back to the app store and check if the apps begin to download now. If the problem is not fixed yet, then delete the data files by going through the same steps, and then instead of tapping on Clear Cache, you must tap on Clear Data. You will notice a warning that will tell you that all data will be deleted.
Press Ok to confirm and then open the Play Store to look for the app and begin the download. Check if this helps you fix the problem on your Android device.
Google Play Services is the process through which your applications communicate with various sections of your device. It enables sync and ensures that push notifications are sent to the device apps on time. Google Play Services plays an essential role in the working of applications.
A problem in the cache or data files of the Play Services can cause a problem when it comes to downloading the applications from the Play Store. Once the cache files have been wiped, check if the problem is fixed. If you can still download apps from the Play Store, then follow the same steps to return to the screen from where you cleared the cache.
This time, you must tap on Clear Data to delete the data. You will notice a warning on your screen. Tap on OK to confirm deleting the data. The data synchronization of your device that allows the syncing of data can help you solve the problem. Several readers found this to be an easy way of resolving their apps not downloading from the Play Store.
Once you have completed this step, go back into Google Play Store and check if the app is being downloaded now. Once the new updates are installed, your device will automatically restart. After the restart, check if the apps are being downloaded to your device now. Resetting the Google Account can help you solve the problem of your Android not downloading the apps. When you reset the account, you will be deleting the entire account and starting all over again.
It means you should know your Google Account username and password. If you do not have these details, then you will not be able to add the account back to your device again.
The Google account will be removed entirely from your device, and it will be added all over again. If you have more than one Google accounts on your device, then make sure you remove all the Google account.
After deleting the accounts, you will have to start entering the accounts once again into your device. Go back to the Settings menu of your device and tap on Accounts once again. Now you will find the option to Add Account. Tap on Add Account and complete the process of adding the account to your device. You must follow these steps to add all your Google accounts, and once this is done, return to the Play Store and find out if this has resolved your problem.
Sometimes, your Play Store updates may be the cause of the problem. So, uninstall the update and allow the app to update once again. It can help in solving the problem. Once the updates are re-installed, try to download the apps repeatedly to check if it is working as expected. Once the app has been updated, head into the Play Store and check if the apps are now being downloaded or not. For users who cannot fix the problem with any of the above solutions, our last resort, which happens to resolve many Android issues effectively, reset your device to factory settings.
All data will be deleted from your device, and all third-party apps will be removed. You will also lose personalized settings because the phone will go back to the default settings. It is why you must create a backup for the data that you consider essential. Just press and hold the power button on your device, then tap Restart. You can try circumventing the download pending problem by getting your apps via your mobile or PC browser.
All you need to do is visit the official Google Play website and log into your Google account. Find it among the results and click it.
You can then simply press install. You might be asked to enter your account password once more. Clearing the Google Play Store app cache often solves a lot of problems, download pending issues included.
Here is how you can do this Note: the steps might differ depending on your Android version and manufacturer UI, but only slightly. Finally, you should restart your device. Once your smartphone or tablet has rebooted, downloads should be no longer be pending. Are your downloads still stubbornly pending? To check if one is currently available for your device, head to Settings.
If an update pops up, install it, and hope for the best. You can also check if the Google Play Store needs an update itself. If a newer version is available, it will be automatically downloaded once you tap Play Store version. One of the other methods that might help you avoid the download pending error is removing or switching the Google account associated with the Play Store.
If you are at the end of your rope and nothing seems to help, a more drastic step might be in order. Uninstalling all Play Store updates.
You may be prompted to change the Play Store to its factory version. 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.
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