Windows 10: Cannot download .exe files

I recently purchased a new Lenovo Thinkpad with Windows 11. I did not want everything backing up to OneDrive, so I deleted my Microsoft account. I now cannot open any downloaded executable files. I have software that I am trying to load on my PC but cannot. Help, please!

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Exe file downloading issue

Hello,

To better assist you, we would like to know more about your concern. Can you answer the questions below:

• Did you make any recent changes on your Windows 10 PC before this issue happened?
• Is there any error message when you try to download an .exe file?
• What happens when you try to download an .exe file?

We'll keep an eye for your response so we can assist you promptly.

 

unable to download and run .exe files

Hi Shashikiran,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

• 
  Was the download of .exe file successful?
  
• 
  What is the exact error message that you receive?
  

Try the methods below and check if it helps:

Method 1: I suggest you to boot the computer to Safe Mode and check if the issue occurs or not. If not, I would suggest you to set the computer in a clean boot state and check if it helps.

Step 1: Boot the computer to Safe Mode. In Safe Mode computer starts with
minimal set of drivers and files.

Windows startup settings - Microsoft Support

Step 2:
If the issue do not occur in Safe Mode, perform a clean boot and check. Setting the system in a clean boot state will help to identify if any third party applications or startup items are causing the issue.

How to perform a clean boot in Windows

How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support

Warning: After clean boot troubleshooting steps, refer to the section "How to reset the computer to start as usual after troubleshooting with clean boot"
in the provided link to return your computer to Normal startup mode.

If the issue persists, try this:

Method 2: I suggest you to perform SFC (System File Checker) Scan from Safe Mode and check if it helps. SFC scan will scan for corrupt system files on the computer and replace them.

Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files

Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files - Microsoft Support

Hope this information helps. Do let us know about the status of the issue. We will be happy to assist you further.

Regards,

Jenith

 

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