When trying to install a program in Windows 11/10, the operating refuses to save the installed file and throws IPersistFile Save failed, Code 0x80070005 error. In this post, we will talk about this issue and see how to resolve it.
When you encounter this issue. you’ll receive the following full error message;
IPersistFile::Save failed; code 0x80070005.
Access is denied.
IPersistFile Save failed, Code 0x80070005, Access is denied
If you’re faced with this issue while installing programs, you can try these suggestions:
- Disable 3rd party security software (if applicable)
- Turn off Controlled folder access
- Uncheck the option to create a desktop shortcut
Let’s take a look at the description of the process involved concerning each of the listed solutions.
1] Disable 3rd party security software (if applicable)
This IPersistFile-Save failed error, likely has to do with what type of third-party security programs you are currently running on your Windows PC. In this case, you should temporarily disable the security software – you can do this from the Settings page of the security software or simply right-click the icon on the system tray and select Disable or a similar option, depending on the security software. Once you have the AV program disabled, you can retry installing the application you were initially trying to install and see if the error pops up again. If so, try the next solution.
2] Turn off Controlled folder access
If you don’t have any third-party security software installed or the first solution didn’t just work for you, you can try turning of Controlled folder access in Windows 11/10. Here’s how:
- Click the chevron on the system tray to show hidden icons.
- Click the Windows Defender Security Center icon to launch the app.
- Click Virus & threat protection.
- Click Virus & threat protection settings.
- Scroll down to Controlled folder access.
- Toggle the button to Off.
Try the software installation again. If the issue persists, open App & browser control in Windows Defender Security Center and set Check apps & files to Off.
Now try the program installation again. If the error pops up, you can try the next solution. Otherwise, turn back on all the settings you disabled in Windows Security Center.
3] Uncheck option to create desktop shortcut
During the installation of any software, you’ll usually get a prompt on whether to create a desktop shortcut for the app once the app installation is complete. At this prompt, simply uncheck that option if already checked and continue with the program installation – the process should be completed successfully without any errors.
That’s it!
How do I fix error 0x80070005 in Windows 11?
There are various 0x80070005 errors that you may encounter in Windows 11. One of the most common ones is the Windows Update error which you can resolve by clearing out the Software Distribution folder and by running the Windows Update troubleshooter. If you are facing some other Error 0x80070005, use the links given below to go to the respective guide.
