How to fix error code 103 on Google Play Store (Nothing else worked)
Why does Google Play error 103 occur? How to fix it?
Error 103 appears when an app cannot be downloaded or updated via the Google Play Store app. It occurs on smartphones and tablets running on Android OS, including Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi, Sony, OnePlus, and many other devices.
The reasons why this error occurs are:
- Corrupt cache and app data;
- Unstable Internet connection;
- Outdated operating system;
- Outdated Google Play app;
- Improperly updated Google Play app.
Check out the solutions listed below, and follow them carefully. They were organized based on hours spent in research and consulting users who had this error and managed to fix it.
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Restore your device to its factory settings
0(0)0(0)If none of the other solutions worked, restore your device to its factory settings. Restoring your device will remove the corrupt system files from your device and resolve many issues along the way.
To restore your device to its factory settings, follow the steps below:
- Backup your device's data to any cloud storage service (e.g. to Google Drive, Dropbox) or to a computer;
- Go to Settings, tap on Reset and tap on the factory reset option - varies between devices.
Feel free to watch the tutorial below, on how to reset your device (taken on a Samsung Galaxy device, running on Android 8 - the steps described may vary from one device to another):
Note: Make sure that your device is fully charged before resetting it, to avoid additional complications. Also, do make a backup of your personal files (photos, videos, music, and other documents), so that they are safely stored.
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