If you're feeling skeptical and just want to be sure,
you can use this NetGuard https://github.com/M66B/NetGuard
to block internet access for any app.
App1 abuses notification permission
App2 keeps App1 in check
App3 to keep App2 from abusing network permission
...
I might actually try this now.
Fast/private DNS, firewall, logs, VPN (WireGuard) ready to go.