How to Fix 0x80240fff Windows 10 Update Error?

Getting the latest patches updated on your Windows is always a good choice, but what to do if the update itself shows an error? Error code 0x80240fff is one such error, and it prevents users from updating their OS. So, here are the instructions to fix 0x80240fff Windows 10 update error.

Pause the Updates

In case you intend to pause the updates, then go through the below-mentioned steps.

• You should open Settings by holding Win + I on the keyboard.
• Thereafter choose the Update and Security and then shift to right panel.
• You should select Advanced Options URL.
• Navigate to Pause Updates box, and then choose ‘Select Date’ drop-down section.

Use Media Creation Tool

If you would like to use Media Creation Tool, then abide by the given steps.

• You have to go to Microsoft’s official website and then download “Media Creation Tool.”
• Thereafter, download and run the tool. You have to use an administrator account on the system.
• After reach License Terms screen, choose “Accept.”
• Go to the next window and choose ‘Upgrade this PC now.’
• Click on Next.
• The latest version of the tool will be downloaded and installed on Windows 10.
• Make sure to choose ‘Keep personal files and apps’ to ensure that the vital data stays secure.
• Now, choose Install.

Use Windows Update Troubleshooter

In case you intend to use Windows update troubleshooter, then go through the below-mentioned steps.

• Go to the taskbar and select the Windows icon.
• Thereafter, open the Settings application.
• On the Settings screen, choose Update and Security.
• Navigate to the left-hand side panel section and then select Troubleshoot.
• You should go to right-side panel and then choose Windows Update.
• Now, select Run the Troubleshooter option.

Windows 10 Pro Solutions

Solution 1: Use Settings Application

If you would like to use settings application, then abide by the given steps.

• You should select a Windows button on the taskbar and then choose the gear button to launch the Settings application.
• After you reach the Settings application, select Update, and then Security.
• Navigate to right panel and select Advanced Options URL.
• You should choose the box next to ‘Defer feature updates.’

Solution 2: Use Local Group Policy Editor

In case you intend to use Local Group Policy Editor, then go through the below-mentioned steps.

• Navigate to the keyboard and hold Win + R to launch Run dialog section.
• You have to go to Run dialog section and enter ‘gpedit.’
• Now press the Enter key.
• After Group Policy Editor brings up, navigate to the left panel.
• Go to the Computer Configuration.
• You should select Administrative templates.
• Choose Windows Components.
• Then select Windows Update.
• Reach the right panel, and you will view many group policies. You require to check for one called ‘Defer Upgrades and Updates’ and then twice click on it.
• Now, you will see a new screen. Choose Enabled to be capable of putting back upgrades and updates.

After finish these instructions, you will see two sections in the lower part of the screen. To choose the number of months, pursue the steps given below:

• Go to the right panel, select down and up arrows to access the number of months you would like to put back upgrades.
• You should allow the top choice among 1 to 8 months. You should be able to type any digit between one to eight instead of using down and up arrows.

Sherry Martin is a Microsoft Office expert and has been working in the technical industry since 2002. As a technical expert, she has written technical blogs, manuals, white papers, and reviews for many websites such as office.com/setup.