February is an expensive time of year to be falling in love, with Valentine's Day and all. That goes double for someone who finds themselves caught in a catfishing scam, whether it's through dating apps or some other form of conversation that doesn't happen face to face.

Dating apps have evolved a lot over the years, with apps dedicated to any romantic niche—dog lovers, astrology heads, and big, bushy beards. Despite the seemingly endless options of dating platforms,