Separate measurement from marketing
Return, drawdown and activity metrics describe observed history. They do not guarantee future execution or profitability.

Look at consistency and downside
Use multiple periods, drawdown, trade count and operational history rather than ranking providers from one headline number.
Keep control with the follower
Provider selection should remain reversible through relationship limits, pause controls and account-level risk decisions.
Continue with our guide to copy-trading risk controls before connecting.
Reference: FCA explanation of copy trading.