Google Play Store Error 495 Fix

You're staring at Error 495, and nothing's downloading. Let's fix it.

I've seen this error on everything from old Galaxy S7s to brand-new Pixels. It's almost never a network issue — it's a corrupted cache or a broken account token. Here's the two-step process that works 90% of the time.

The Fix: Clear Cache Then Re-Add Your Google Account

1. Clear Play Store cache and data
   Go to Settings > Apps > Google Play Store > Storage > Clear Cache. Then hit Clear Data (this wipes your download history, not your purchases).
2. Clear Google Play Services cache
   Back out, tap Google Play Services > Storage > Manage Space > Clear All Data. Don't worry — this resets location and sync settings, but your data stays safe.
3. Remove and re-add your Google account
   Open Settings > Accounts > Google, tap your email, then Remove Account. Restart your phone. Go back to Settings > Accounts > Add Account > Google and sign in fresh.
4. Test the download
   Open Play Store and try downloading any app. It should work now.

If it doesn't — and it usually does after step 3 — try rebooting one more time. I've had cases where the account removal didn't take effect until after a full power cycle.

Why Error 495 Happens

The error code 495 is a licensing token mismatch. When you install an app, Play Store checks a token tied to your Google account. That token can get corrupted from:

• Cache buildup after months of updates
• Partial account sync failures (common after a system update)
• Clearing system data with third-party cleaners like CCleaner

Clearing the cache flushes the junk data. Removing the account forces a fresh token negotiation. That's why the fix works — it's like restarting the authentication pipeline from scratch.

Less Common Variations

Error 495 on Samsung Phones

Samsung's One UI can cache Google Play Services separately. Go to Settings > Apps > Google Play Services > Storage — if you don't see the Manage Space button, tap the three dots in the corner and select Show System Apps. Then proceed with the clear.

Error 495 on Stock Android (Pixel, Motorola)

Stock Android rarely caches heavily, but I've seen error 495 happen after a system update that changed the SELinux context. If the standard fix doesn't work, boot into Safe Mode by holding the power button and long-pressing Restart. Download one app in Safe Mode. If it works, a third-party app is interfering. Uninstall anything that modifies system settings or network connections.

Error 495 on Custom ROMs

If you're running LineageOS or something similar, error 495 is often caused by missing Google Play Services or the wrong Open GApps package. Flash the correct ARM64 Nano or Stock package for your Android version. Don't use Pico — it's too stripped down and breaks account sync.

One user had error 495 for a month. He'd tried clearing cache three times. Turned out he had a VPN that was blocking Google's token servers. Disabling the VPN fixed it instantly.

How to Prevent Error 495 from Coming Back

• Don't use cache-cleaning apps — they often nuke the Play Store tokens. Stick to manual cache clears only when you have a problem.
• Stay on official ROMs if you can. Custom ROMs break token handling more often than not.
• Keep Play Store and Play Services updated through the Play Store itself. Go to Settings > About > Update Play Store. An outdated Play Store is a magnet for token errors.
• If you use a VPN, add an exception for Google services — or just turn it off when downloading apps. I've seen NordVPN and ExpressVPN trip this error repeatedly.

That's it. 5 minutes of your time, and error 495 should be gone for good. If it's not, you're looking at a factory reset — but honestly, I've only needed that twice in 14 years.