microsoft edge can't read and write to its data directory

[royibachar]

when try the MOD tab I get - microsoft edge can't read and write to its data directory
try run as admin, change permissins to "everyone", rest microsoft edge...
nothing work
what to do?

[royibachar]

HELP?

[Ara: History Untold]

Hi there- so sorry to hear you are having this issue. You can try a few things:

Verify User Data Path: Ensure C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Edge\User Data exists.

Adjust Permissions: Right-click the folder > Properties > Security > Edit > Add "Everyone" > Full Control > Apply.

Clear Cache and Profile: Backup and delete the Default folder in the User Data directory.
Reset Edge via PowerShell: Run Get-AppXPackage *MicrosoftEdge* | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml" -Verbose}.

Check Registry Keys: In HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge, ensure UserDataDir points to %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\Edge\User Data.
Verify Environment Variables: Ensure LOCALAPPDATA is set to %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local.

Reinstall Edge: If all else fails, uninstall and reinstall Edge from Microsoft's official site.
Restart your PC after each step, and Edge should work correctly.

If none of this helps, please feel free to drop in on our Discord so we can further help you there! Link: https://discord.com/channels/895729088206106664/1286394191185973289

Thank you!