More often than not, the Play Store download pending error culprits are apps updating simultaneously. You will also encounter the problem if you download multiple apps simultaneously or a couple of huge ones. If you urgently need to download Uber to get a ride, for example, there is a solution.
Simply long-press the power button on the side of your smartphone and then tap the Restart button that appears on the screen. Once the phone boots up again, there’s a good chance that pending app downloads from the Play Store will start downloading again.
And this might be the reason you’re seeing download pending message because there might be other apps in the queue pending for download. If you want you can clear the download queue on Play Store so that you can download the app before all other apps in the queue. Swipe-in from the right edge of the screen, and select My apps & games.
How to fix Google Play Store not updating apps?
Alternatively, you can tap the ‘Cancel all’ button to stop them all at once. You can then download the app you want before returning to update the rest of your apps. Some users manage to fix the issue by removing their Google account from the Play Store and then adding it back. To do this, you need to: Again, go to Settings.
Why does Google Play Store stop downloading apps when using VPN?
Since VPNs basically spoof your location, it may lead Google Play Store to think you aren’t in the country where you should be according to your device, and it can pause your downloads. If that’s the case, there really isn’t much you need to do to fix the issue. All you need to do is disable the VPN app on your phone and you should be good to go.