Windows 10: Can I delete the software distribution download files?

Discus and support Can I delete the software distribution download files? in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; I was wondering if I could delete it or if it would cause me problems as I need to free up some space on my HDD submitted by /u/uglyfrog1223 [link]... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/uglyfrog1223, Nov 4, 2020.

  1. /U/UGLYFROG1223
    /u/uglyfrog1223 Win User

    Can I delete the software distribution download files?


    I was wondering if I could delete it or if it would cause me problems as I need to free up some space on my HDD

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    /u/uglyfrog1223, Nov 4, 2020
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  2. JERRYHWA
    JerryHWA Win User

    Software Distribution File

    Is it safe to delete Software Distribution file?
     
    JerryHWA, Nov 4, 2020
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  3. PA BEAR - MS MVP
    PA Bear - MS MVP Win User
    Software Distribution File

    What problems are you having that you think might be resolved by deleting the Software Distribution folder (or the files therein)?
     
    PA Bear - MS MVP, Nov 4, 2020
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  4. DAMOCLES
    Damocles Win User

    Can I delete the software distribution download files?

    Deleting the "SoftwareDistribution" Files

    You can safely delete "Software Distribution" folder. Here Windows stores downloaded updates. When they are installed you don't need it anymore.
     
    Damocles, Nov 4, 2020
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