Windows 10: 0x80096004 error in update

How to fix this error 0x80096004. I have Windows 10 Home 21H1. I'm trying to update Windows.

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Fix update error 0x80096004


As a Windows Insider, update version 17046.1000 is shown as available, but every attempt to download gets the same error message: 0x80096004.

Have tried numerous fixes including MS update repair, registry repair, etc, etc.

Any suggestions which do NOT include using system restore, or a paid repair app?

 

Windows 10 64 bit update error 0x80096004

Hi,

The error 0x80096004 happens when a certificate of a system file can't be verified by Windows. We'd like to learn more about your concern so that we could provide the proper resolution. We just have a few questions for you:

• Which build version of Windows 10 is currently on your computer? To check, click
  Start, type winver, and press Enter. For example, 14393.1066.
• Did you make any changes to your computer before this happened?
• Are you using a third-party antivirus program?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

As an initial recommendation, we suggest that you follow the steps
here to fix Windows Update errors. This article was specially made to resolve all issues that you may encounter when installing updates. Follow the steps carefully and make sure not to skip anything.

We look forward to your reply and the result of the initial troubleshooting.

 

Windows 10 update error 0x80096004

I still cannot run Windows Update! I still get error 0x80096004. I have tried everything you have suggested and nothing has helped so far. Do you have any further suggestions that do not destroy my data and applications?

I have to admit that I am getting very frustrated with this process.