Windows Insider Error 0x80246019

Error code 0x80246019 prevents your computer from downloading the latest Insider builds for the Windows Insider Program participants.

The optional service from Microsoft for the software developers sometimes fails to provide them access to Beta versions. In this article, we’ll learn how to diagnose this problem.

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Disconnect Peripheral Devices

A peripheral device is an external computer hardware connected to your PC through the outer area. A peripheral device, constituting an outer boundary, such as a printer or a webcam, can cause the 0x80246019 error. Your computer may behave improperly after connecting a new peripheral device.

 

Delete $WINDOWS.~BT Folder

$WINDOWS.~BT, a hidden folder located at the root of the system drive, contains setup extracted contents or previous installation files, stored at the time when you upgraded to Windows 10. The problem is, things may go wrong during the installation stage and corrupt the folder contents. Wipe out everything stored in the folder by deleting $WINDOWS.~BT.

1. Open Windows Explorer.
2. Go to the C drive.
3. Delete $WINDOWS.~BT folder.

 

Disable Windows Defender

Windows Defender is an anti-spyware protection in Windows that protects your computer against potential security threats. At times, it may conflict with an active program and cause error 0x80246019. Use the Options dialog to turn it off temporarily.

1. Press Windows Key + X; choose Control Panel.
2. Type Defender in the Search Box on the upper-right corner.
3. Open Windows Defender from the Search Results.
4. Click the Tools menu, choose Options.
5. Click Real-time protection.
6. Uncheck the Use real-time protection (recommended) checkbox.
7. Click Save to apply the new changes.

 

Run Windows Update Troubleshooter

Problems with installation and maintenance of Windows Update can make your system unstable. Windows 10 comprises of a host of fix-it tools such as Windows Update Troubleshooter. Use it to diagnose the problem.

1. Press Windows Key + X; choose Control Panel.
2. Type Troubleshooting in the Search Box.
3. Open Troubleshooting from the Search Results.
4. Click Fix problems with Windows Update link inside the System and Security category.
5. The newly opened wizard will detect and repair the issues automatically.