This research aimed to explore the perceptionswhen using the Instagram application to increase their motivation in learning communication skills, especially speaking and writing. This research used a qualitative descriptive design. Interviews were conducted with 10 students of the English Language Education Department at UIN Ar-Raniry. The findings reveal that students perceived that Instagram can provide various benefits in improving speaking and writing skills, such as exposure to educational content focused on public speaking and writing as well as vocabulary enrichment. Convenience, reach and accessibility were also highlighted as advantages of using Instagram. However, some participants expressed doubts about the effectiveness of Instagram in learning. The obstacles that need to identify are short video lengths, pronunciation challenges, unstable internet connections, and app glitches. Overcoming these challenges requires improving internet infrastructure, and device accessibilityby those who create these applications. By overcoming these obstacles, students can maximize the potential of Instagram as an additional tool to improve their speaking and writing skills.