How to Clear SSL Certificate Cache in Windows 10 - Fix Windows Security Token Expired Permissions Denied Error-Fix Windows Error Code 5 (Access Denied)

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How to Clear SSL Certificate Cache in Windows 10 - Fix Windows Security Token Expired Permissions Denied Error-Fix Windows Error Code 5 (Access Denied)
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.