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Android Error

Error Retrieving Information from Server [DF-DFERH-01]

What This Means (In Plain English)

Google Play Store is having trouble communicating with Google servers. You cannot download or update apps right now.

Medium UrgencyWorth fixing soon, but no need to panic.

Common Causes

  • Corrupted Google Play Store cache
  • Google account sync issue
  • A temporary Google server problem

How to Fix It — Step by Step

  1. 1

    Open Settings > Apps > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear Cache.

  2. 2

    If that does not work, also tap "Clear Data" on the same screen.

  3. 3

    Then go to Settings > Apps > Google Play Services > Storage > Clear Cache.

  4. 4

    Go to Settings > Accounts > Google > Remove Account, then add it back.

  5. 5

    Restart your phone.

  6. 6

    Open the Play Store and try again.

How to Prevent This in the Future

Keep Google Play Store and Google Play Services up to date. If you change your Google password, update it on your phone promptly.

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Still stuck? Don’t worry!

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