When you get the Access is denied error that reads Location is not available on desktop in Windows 10, it’s usually a trivial issue and can be fixed in no time. Let’s find out all about it.

Why am I getting Location is not available access is denied?

Here are a few reasons you might be getting the error:

Missing ownership: When you don’t have the drive or folder ownership, this might trigger errors when trying to access it. Permissions were changed: Sometimes, the folder or drive permissions change inadvertently, thus resulting in Location is not available on Windows 10. Third-party app blocking access: When Location is not available if the location is on this PC, it could be third-party applications, usually antivirus or security software, preventing access to certain folders and files. Issues with the drive: A hard drive with bad sectors or malfunctioning hardware, too, can lead to the problem.

How do I fix Location is not available on Windows 10?

Before we start making major changes, here are a few quick things you can try:

Restart the computer and check whether the Location is not available folder is now accessible. For an external hard drive, connect it to another PC and check whether the affected folder can be opened. If yes, the permissions are misconfigured, or a third-party app is blocking access. Disable Windows Security, the built-in antivirus, or any third-party antivirus you may have installed. Check for corrupt system files on the PC, and run the DISM tool and SFC scan to fix things. If you haven’t updated the OS in a while, check for pending Windows Updates and install them.

Let’s now head to the solutions listed next.

1. Change permissions

That’s it! In most cases, reconfiguring the permissions and taking ownership of the affected folder/drive should fix the Location is not available error in Windows. SPONSORED

2. Check the disk for errors

For the Location is not available The parameter is incorrect error, the best fix is to run Check Disk, a built-in tool, in Windows. It can fix a range of issues, in addition to identifying and repairing bad sectors.

3. View hidden folders and hide protected files

4. Perform in-place upgrade

The in-place upgrade usually takes a few hours to complete, but it wouldn’t delete any files, remove any apps, or reconfigure the chosen settings. The PC would be the same as before, except that all issues with the OS would be eliminated. One of the solutions here should help get rid of the Location is not available error in Windows 10. If none do, it could be an issue with the hard drive, one that requires physical inspection. So, you might consider consulting a hardware expert on the matter. And while we are on the subject, find out what to do if the File Explorer is slow, a problem reported by many. For any queries or to share another solution that worked for you, drop a comment below.

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