Windows Update error 0x80072efd

If you receive Windows Update error 80072efd while checking for updates, the cause might be a connection interruption between your PC and the Windows Update service. Here are a few methods you can try to resolve this problem.

Run the Windows Update troubleshooter

Run the Internet Connections troubleshooter

Try to solve connection problems

If you continue to see this error, search for help from other people who use Microsoft Community.

Error codes this applies to:

  • WindowsUpdate_80072efd

  • 0x80072efd

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