• Michael
• On November 10, 2016

How to fix update installation error 0x8018830f

Microsoft released the November cumulative update for both Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile, but some of the mobile users got error 0x8018830f when trying to install the update on their phones. It seems this a server-side issue and Microsoft is expected to fix it soon.

In the meantime, you can try these simple things to fix the problem and upgrade to the November’s official build:

• If you are in the Windows Insider program → Leave the program from Settings → Update → Windows Insider Program. Leave out the Program completely (do not switch to Production), reboot and scan for updates.
• Turn off Device Encryption from Settings → Update & Security. Reboot and scan for updates.

If these two tips do not work for you, you can do nothing but wait for a fix.