We will show you how to quickly fix this system problem with the help of the following troubleshooting steps.

What does the 0x80070005 access denied error mean?

As outlined, the problem itself occurs when you will try to rename, copy, move or delete certain folders. Usually, the 0x80070005 Access is denied error code pops up when you try to make changes within system files. So, the error code is a security warning that tells you this: you don’t have the right to remove, rename or move/copy that certain folder or file. In this case, the issue can be easily fixed if you switch to the administrator account. However, if you have admin privileges and you are still experiencing the same problem, you must apply additional troubleshooting steps. The goal is to solve any possible errors that might cause folders or files related to malfunctions. And here is how you can do that.

How do I fix the access is denied 0x80070005 error?

1. Gain administrator rights

The first thing you should try is to gain admin rights within the folder you want to modify.

2. Use Microsoft’s File and Folder Troubleshooter

You need to scan for problems related to system files and folders. Also, if there are such problems you need to fix them immediately. Well, this process can be completed automatically by using a default troubleshooting process supported and offered by Microsoft. SPONSORED I am talking about the Filer and Folder Troubleshooter service which can be initiated from this page.

3. Run SFC

Another way in which you can fix system errors is by using another troubleshooter featured by default on your Windows 10 system. So if the above-explained steps aren’t helpful, you should start an SFC scan.

4. Update Group Policy Settings

If Group Policy Settings were recently changed, you might end up experiencing the 0x80007005 Access is denied error code. As you noticed, some files can be modified only if you have administrator rights. Moreover, if there are problems within the Windows 10 system your access to folders and files might be restricted, and you can get the 0x80007005 Access is denied code error. The steps that were listed above should help you fix these problems right away. However, if you cannot manage to address the issues, try to give us further details in order to help us better understand the reasons why you cannot modify your folders and files. The same error code can also come up on the Microsoft Store or via Windows Update. If you get the 0x80070005 Microsoft Store or 0x80070005 Windows Update errors instead, check out our dedicated guides for more help. Let us know which steps helped you most in fixing this issue by leaving us a message in the comments section below.

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