After investigating this particular issue thoroughly, it turns out that there are several different underlying causes that might be responsible for causing this problem: Now that you are aware of every potential cause that might be responsible for this issue, here’s a list of methods that other affected users have successfully used to get to the bottom of this issue:
1. Force start the Google Update Service
Before you try any of the other fixes below, the first thing you should do is ensure that the main service responsible for updating your Google Chrome browser (Google Update Service – update) is enabled and permitted to be called into action when needed. If you’re using some kind of app that promises to optimize your system’s performance, chances are it does so by forcibly disabling services that it deems as unnecessary – This might be the cause triggering the 0x80040801 error code. If you suspect that a system-optimizing tool has essentially disabled your browser’s ability to auto-update itself, follow the instructions below to force start the Google Update Service via the Services screen and configure it to remain enabled with the Status type set to Automatic: If the same kind of issue is still occurring, move down to the next potential fix below.
2. Whitelisting Google Update Service from your Firewall settings
If the fix above didn’t work in your case as you’ve ensured that the updating service is permitted to run, the next thing you should do is to make sure that your currently active firewall is not currently preventing it from facilitating the updating process. There are several overprotective 3rd party firewall suites that are known to cause this behavior, but it’s also possible to see the Windows Update component blocking the googleupdade.exe which will cause the 0x80040801 too. If you’re using a third-party suite, you should search online for specific steps on whitelisting an executable. Depending on the security suite you’re using, the instructions will be way different. – Typically, you will be able to establish a whitelisting rule by accessing the Advanced Firewall menu. On the other hand, if you’re using Windows Firewall, follow the instructions below: In case you’re still encountering the 0x80040801 error when trying to download and install the latest version of Google Chrome, move down to the next potential fix below.
3. Reinstall the latest version of Google Chrome
If the two fixes above didn’t work for you and you can’t update from within the Google Chrome app, the only viable option at this point is to uninstall your current installation of Google Chrome before reinstalling the latest from the official Google Update page. And while you’re uninstalling Google Chrome, you should also take the time to delete the associate cached folder to ensure that no corrupted data causing the 0x80040801 is carried over to the new installation. Note: But don’t be alarmed, as deleting the local cache of your browser will not make you lose your user settings, bookmarks, or any other user data. All of your data is safely stored on your Google account, and you’ll get it back as soon as you log back in with your account. Follow the guide down below to uninstall your current Google Chrome installation and install the latest version after clearing the Google Chrome cache:
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