Error Code 971 in Google Play Store

April 27, 2018

The Error Code 971 in Google Play Store is caused due to broken or misconfigured system files in Windows. The numerical value of the error, 971, is the hexadecimal number and technical description linked to the error. Holds complete information about the error, this number is used to address the error by windows, driver vendors, and other Windows compatible software.

The causes of Google Play Store Error Code 971

A damaged windows system file

A corrupted windows system file

An incomplete installation

An incomplete removal

An improper deletion of applications or hardware

An improper shutdown

Google Play Store Error Code 971 can also be caused if your computer is recovered from a virus or adware/spyware attack. You should know that a corrupted registry leads to the wrongly linked information as well as the files needed for the proper working of the application.

Steps to Fix or Repair Error Code 971 in Google Play Store

Three ways are there that can help you in resolving the concerned error. You can resolve this error by a manual process, by an automatic process, or by asking for technical assistance to the Google customer support professionals. In the next section, we would be talking about all three ways.

Manual process

Log on your computer as an administrator

Click on [Start]

Select [All Programs], [Accessories], and [System Tools]

Click on [System Restore]

Select [Restore my computer to an earlier time]

Hit the [Next] button

Here you need to select the most recent system restore point

Go to the confirmation window after the restoration is finished

Allow the computer to be restarted

Automatic process

The automated process starts with the download of Error 971 Repair Utility.

Install the program after the download process is complete.

Hit [Scan] to scan the computer, and click on [Fix Errors] after the scanning is complete.

Restart your computer to end up the troubleshooting.

Ask for technical assistance

Asking for help is right for you if you are not comfortable to troubleshoot your problem via the manual or automated process. A team of sufficiently trained technical support engineers is ready to assist you via email support, chat support, or telephonic support as per your convenience. The Google Play tech support engineers are user-friendly and good at behaving with the customers.