0x80070570 | File is corrupted

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Last Updated

Feb 27, 2026

Summary

A required file could not be read because it is corrupted or inconsistent.

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What This Code Means

0x80070570 commonly indicates a corruption or integrity issue with a file or set of files needed for an operation. It can occur during installs, updates, file copies, or system repairs when Windows cannot validate or read the data correctly.

Where Users Usually See This Code

Copy/move operations in File Explorer
Windows Update or feature install workflows
Repair/recovery tools and setup screens
Servicing and integrity check logs

Why This Code Appears

Corrupted download or installation media
Disk or filesystem errors causing bad reads/writes
Interrupted update/install leaving partial files
Security software quarantined or modified a required file

What Typically Happens Next

The operation stops and reports failure
A retry may fail again until the underlying corruption is addressed

What This Code Is Not

It is not always proof that the disk is failing
It does not identify which file is corrupted without logs

Troubleshooting Checklist

□ Retry the operation after a restart
□ Ensure the source files/media are complete (re-download if applicable)
□ Check disk health and filesystem integrity using built-in Windows tools
□ Temporarily disable non-essential security software if it is interfering (re-enable after testing)
□ If this happens during an update, use official Windows repair/update guidance

Notes And Edge Cases

Corruption symptoms can also be caused by incomplete downloads or abrupt power loss during writes.

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