Windows Update Error Code -2147023728 – Protection definition failed

Windows Update Error -2147023728 Info:

• It mainly occurs if your Windows Updates don’t install properly or your system got shutdown while update installing. Some of the common reason that will rise this Windows Update Error Code -2147023728:

• Slow internet connection while updating windows.

• Windows updates not installed.

• System shutdown while installing windows updates.

• Might your have installed partially installed updates.

• Forcefully shut down the system while installing windows updates.

• Uncertainly shutdown your PC while getting your Windows Updates to install.
  

To resolve this windows updates error -2147023728 you may follow the below steps. Be careful while performing the below steps, if you are not familiar with that or any interruption happens then it might cause some other error or OS corrupt.

Note: Please make sure your system connected with the power adopter and your internet connection is working. And if possible then create your windows backup so at least you can recover that file. And one more thing doesn’t keep any important document in your OS installation drive.

Steps to Fix Windows Update Error Code -2147023728: Method 1: Check the current Windows Updates Status Follow the below steps: Click on windows key then click on setting (only for Windows 10)

OR Click on Windows key and type windows updates and open windows update center.

• Click on Updates & Security and click on Check for Updates button.
  

Method 2: Run the Windows update, troubleshooter.

Follow the below steps:

1.Type Troubleshooting on the search bar and choose the option Troubleshooting. 2.From the new Windows click on “View all” located left side of the panel. 3.Run the troubleshooter names Windows update and follow the instructions.

Method 3: Reset Windows Update Components.

Resetting the update components may fix the issue as they are the critical services running background for a Windows update. Please check the below article about how to perform reset windows update components and check if it helps. Read more info Windows Update Error Code -2147023728 – Protection definition failed

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/971058

Method 4: Resetting the registry Value. 1.Type Windows Key + R and type Regedit press Enter.

2.Locate the following HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion

3.Right-click on the value named ProgramFilesDir & change the default value C:\Program Files to the path you want to install all your programs in.

4.Click OK and Exit.

5.Restart the PC and try to perform the update again.

Disclaimer: If you are not familiar with registry keys or not have technical knowledge then don’t modify the registry incorrectly, if you did incorrectly then serious problems might occur in your system. Therefore, make sure that you follow these steps carefully.

Note: To make sure your system does not get corrupt and for additional protection, please back up your registry before you modify it. Then, you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. Windows Update Error Code -2147023728 Also known as:

error code 2147023278 error code 2145124330 protection definition update failed error code 2147012889 error code protection definition update failed windows defender update windows defender won’t update windows 10 windows defender error 2145107924 windows update error 8050a004 If you are Still getting Windows Update Error Code -2147023728 then you may contact with technical expertise that will solve your issues. FAQs:

Do the above steps fix this Windows Update Error -2147023728?

Yes, In most cases it fixes this error, but in case if the above steps do not fix this then just click on our live chat and get advice and professional help with a tech expert to resolve this error for you. How long does it take to resolve?

This error code generally takes 1-2 hours to resolve. But it will vary on our internet connection and system configuration too. Does Error Code -2147023728 cause any other issues?

Yes, If you are not familiar with the above steps and if change Register Key-value then it might cause the OS corrupt and you to lose your data. Do we require a Technical Expert to resolve this Error?

Yes, If you don’t have knowledge about to perform above troubleshooting steps then you should have to contact a tech expert else you might corrupt your OS and lose your data. If you would like to online Professional Tech Support then click on chat button on your right and get assistance with Live Tech Expert.