Windows: Error 5 Access denied – what you can do

If you want to install or update a program, an error message may appear. If you see error 5 "Access denied", this is usually due to a lack of access rights. The message is therefore not triggered by the software, but by the system or security software.

What to do if you get error 5 “Access denied” on Windows
When installing software, you may encounter error 5. This means that you are denied access, so you cannot install the program until you have the necessary rights to do so. There are various ways to get around the error.

1. If the error occurs with an installation file, it is usually sufficient to right-click on it and select Run as administrator .
2. If the error is not resolved, disable your firewall for a short time.
3. The error can also be triggered by the security right.
4. To check this, follow the path “C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Local”.
5. Right-click the Tem folder and click Properties.
6. Select the option “Security and Advanced” here.
7. Under Permissions you can now check whether you have the rights to install the software on a disk.
8. Add the right if necessary or edit your permission.

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