Delete Softwaredistribution Folder [new]

Open → click Check for updates . Windows will recreate the folder and re-download necessary updates.

Stop-Service -Name wuauserv, bits, cryptSvc, msiserver Remove-Item -Path C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution -Recurse -Force Start-Service -Name wuauserv, bits, cryptSvc, msiserver delete softwaredistribution folder

You must stop the Windows Update services before attempting to delete this folder. Open → click Check for updates

This guide explains everything you need to know about safely managing, clearing, and deleting the SoftwareDistribution folder on Windows 10 and 11. What is the SoftwareDistribution Folder? delete softwaredistribution folder

net stop wuauserv net stop bits net stop cryptsvc