Windows Media creation tool won't open - how to fix?

Windows Media creation tool won't open? I get where you're coming from. So, I've tinkered with the Windows Media Creation Tool myself, and sometimes it just refuses to open — kinda frustrating, right? From my own experience, if it’s acting up, it’s usually just a glitch or a temporary snag. But if you’re trying to do something like creating a bootable USB or updating Windows, you wanna be careful if you’re thinking about trying alternative methods or downloading files from shady sources. 

In my case, I’d recommend first trying some basics like running it as administrator if Windows Media creation tool won't open, disabling antivirus temporarily (just be sure to turn it back on), or even downloading the latest version again. If it still won’t open, you might want to check your system date/time, run a quick system file check (sfc /scannow), or do a Windows update.

As for dangers — if you start downloading ISO files from shady sites or using third-party tools that aren’t official, you risk malware or corrupted files. So, always stick to Microsoft’s official sources. If the official tool isn’t opening, it’s probably better to troubleshoot the issue rather than jumping to risky alternatives.